Get Your Joints in Motion Walking Challenge

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 It’s Get your Joints in Motion time! Join the movement of hundreds of people walking to control and cure arthritis in the Phoenix Park on Saturday 5th of May 2012 at 11am. This is a fun and inspiring day designed specifically for people with arthritis to find their inner champion.

For those of you who have done it before, you’ll know that this walk is uniquely suited to people of all ages and abilities. You can choose to walk either 2.5km or 5km along a beautiful flat and scenic landscape in the park.

There is a registration fee of only €20 for an individual and €30 for family entry (parents and children).

 

 

6 Simple Steps to Finding your Inner Champion

 

How Walking Can Change your Life

 

The Walking Pack

 

Sign Me Up

 

Find an Arthritis Ireland Walking Group

 

Directions to the Walk 

 

Map of the Walk

 

 

 

 

  1. Commit to get Walking - Sign up for the walk and we will send you a contract for you to hang on your fridge to remind yourself of your commitment to you.
  2. Sign up a Walking Buddy - Everything is more fun when you do it with friends, so sign someone up to take part in the walk with you.
  3. Choose your Distance - We all have different abilities so you can choose to train and walk 2.5km or 5km.
  4. Plan for Success - When you sign up we will give you a physio approved walking programme and a pedometer to help you get ready for the challange.
  5. Fundraise - Collecting even a small amount can help us make a Big Difference to the quality of life for people living with arthritis.
  6. Have Fun - Join hundreds of people walking to control arthritis and we'll even give you a medal at the end!


How Walking Can Change your Life

Did you know that only 33% of adults with arthritis do enough exercise, meaning that 67% of people with arthritis are nearly doubling the risk of reduced mobility. Excercize is vital to keep your joints healthy and supple. For people with arthritis it is linked to: Reduced pain, improved function, mental health and a better quality of life!

Walking is a fantastic form of exercise. It's low impact, low cost and can be done anywhere. All you need is good walking shoes. By walking regularly you help to:

  • Keep your joints supple
  • Build your muscles
  • Keep your weight down
  • Boost general health by strengthening your heart
  • Increasing lung function, reducing blood pressure and giving you more stamina
  • Improve your mood, relieve tension and stress thus helping you sleep better


The Walking Pack

When you register you will receive your official Joints in Motion walking pack.

Walkers packs include:

  • Physiotherapist approved 4 week walking plan
  • Pedometer
  • Wall hanging tracker
  • Sponsorship cards
  • And your unique walkers number

After you have finished your walking challenge you will receive a finishers pack containing a walking challenge medal, a cert of appreciation and a goodie bag. Not to mention the opportunity to sit have a cup of tea and a chat with fellow walkers!

How do I register?

Call Louise on jointsinmotion@arthritisireland.ie or call (01) 6470209.

The Arthritis Ireland Get Your Joints in Motion walking challenge is kindly sponsored by Seven Seas. 

Arthritis Ireland Walking Groups

Why not join an Arthritis Ireland walking group in your locality to help boost your motivation and for a fun way to exercise? Call us on 01-6470204 to find your local walking group or contact your local branch to find out about other exercise activities taking place near you.