Walking is one of the most basic and natural forms of physical activity that we can engage in, and it provides numerous benefits for our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Here are just a few of the many benefits of walking:

• Promotes Heart Health - Walking is an excellent way to improve cardiovascular health, as it increases heart rate and strengthens the heart muscle. Regular walking has been linked to a lower risk of heart disease, stroke, and high blood pressure.
  
• Helps with Weight Management - Walking is a simple and effective way to burn calories and maintain a healthy weight. Walking regularly can also help to reduce body fat and improve muscle mass.
  
• Boosts Mood and Mental Health - Walking is a great way to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. It releases endorphins, the "feel-good" hormones in the brain, which can help to improve mood and overall mental health.
  
• Improves Joint Health - Walking can help to improve joint health by lubricating the joints, strengthening the muscles around the joints, and reducing inflammation. This can help to reduce the risk of joint pain and osteoarthritis.
  
• Increases Energy and Stamina - Walking is a low-impact form of exercise that can help to increase energy and stamina. Regular walking can also improve lung function, circulation, and oxygen supply to the body.
  
• Enhances Cognitive Function - Walking has been shown to enhance cognitive function, memory, and creativity. Regular walking has been linked to improved brain function, better concentration, and a reduced risk of cognitive decline in older adults.
  
• Promotes Better Sleep - Walking can help to improve the quality of sleep, as it reduces stress and anxiety, promotes relaxation, and increases the production of melatonin, the hormone that regulates sleep.
  
• Increases Longevity - Walking regularly has been linked to a longer life expectancy. Studies have shown that walking can help to reduce the risk of premature death, and increase overall health and well-being.

Walking is a simple, inexpensive, and accessible form of exercise that provides numerous benefits for our physical, mental, and emotional health. By incorporating walking into our daily routine, we can improve our heart health, manage weight, boost mood and mental health, improve joint health, increase energy and stamina, enhance cognitive function, promote better sleep, and increase longevity. So, take a walk today and start reaping the benefits! Contact us today for expert advice and support along the way! 

Easter Seals Greater Houston Family Fun 5K

If you are in the Houston area, you can get moving and support a wonderful local Non Profit! Join the Walk With Me Family Fun 5k on April 22nd at the Houston Zoo! Walk With Me Houston is a non-competitive 5K Family Fun Walk presented by Prosperity Bank, that benefits Easter Seals Greater Houston, which provides services for people of all ages with all types of disabilities. Following the walk, there will be an after-party at the Masihara Pavilion inside the zoo with children's activities, music, food, drinks and more until 10:30 am. After the event, participants are welcome to stay and enjoy the zoo for the remainder of the day. Register your spot today! 

Easter Seals Greater Houston is a 501(c)(3) non-profit provider of health and human services for individuals with autism, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, other special needs, service members, Veterans and their families. For over 75 years, Easter Seals Greater Houston has been offering help, hope and answers to people of all ages with disabilities and their families. Through therapy, training, education and support services, Easter Seals creates life-changing solutions so that people with disabilities can live, learn, work and play in their community. Every year, more than 14,500 families in the Greater Houston area benefit from Easter Seals services. Additionally, Easter Seals Greater Houston has over 200 collaborative partners with physicians, therapists and other professionals to learn ways to improve services for people with disabilities.

We are proud to be a sponsor for this year's Walk With Me 5k event and hope to see you there!