Morning Movement

Shepherd of the Prairie Wellness
Health Benefits of Walking

Walking is one of the BEST things you can do for your overall health. It’s low impact, safe (with a doctor’s okay), and free! Many diseases, conditions, and ailments can be prevented or even healed by participating in regular physical activity.

Walking regularly is a great way to get the recommended 150 minutes of physical activity per week.

Physical Health Benefits
 Helps maintain a healthy weight
 Lowers risk of heart disease and stroke
 Lowers risk of several types of cancer
 Regulates blood pressure and cholesterol
 Helps prevent and manage type 2 diabetes
 Helps ease arthritis pain and stiffness
 Strengthens muscles and bones
 Lowers risk of falls

Mental Health Benefits
 Reduces stress and anxiety
 Lowers risk of depression
 Improves mood
 Helps you sleep better
 Improves energy levels
 Improves cognition and creativity
 Lowers risk of dementia & Alzheimer’s
 Improves overall quality of life

Starting in January we are excited to bring “Movement Morning” to the church. Every Tuesday and Thursday morning (when the church office is open) the church will be opened from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. for those who would want to walk the hallways of SOTP.

Whether it’s for the mental or physical benefits, we hope you’re inspired to take a walk today.

CLOSED ON DAYS CHURCH OFFICE IS CLOSED FOR 2024 WALKING:
* Martin Luther King Jr. Day
* Good Friday
* Memorial Day
* Fourth of July
* Thanksgiving Weekend
* Christmas Eve & Day
* New Year's Eve & Day

Contact: Alisha Wildermuth at alisha.hoffmann@gmail.com