This month I selected a really dedicated and involved admin Im talking weekly, sometimes bi-weekly, communications to her walkers with encouraging words, wellness information and congratulations to participants who excel in the program. Not only has she inspired her walkers to be active but she has also given me many of the ideas I […]
Behind every successful walking program is a superstar administrator. This month I am happy to introduce the Walker Tracker Administrator of the Month to our blog. This prestigious award is given to program admins that go above and beyond for the success of their walking program. Below is an interview with Aimee McCarthy from Canon […]
We love to hear from you walkers about ways to improve Walker Tracker. This suggestion just couldnt be ignored, so I thought Id share! The activity converter on the Walking Tracker site is good but I have found it leaves out a few activities. I am proposing some alternate activities and conversions that may […]
How many of you are making an extra effort to exercise daily? If you can honestly answer “me!”, then great job! For most people this is not the case. After much media attention, most Americans understand that we have an obesity problem. Usually, poor eating habits and a sedentary lifestyle are the first to be […]
In the time it takes you to watch another sitcom re-run, surf the Internet, or play Angry Birds on your phone you could get your daily dose of exercise in. Instead of plugging in or tuning out, take a 30-minute walk! Youll feel great and improve your health. Based on a study published in The […]
I will give you a few hints: It only takes 30 minutes a day. It reduces the risk of heart disease, diabetes, obesity, arthritis, and the list goes on It lowers anxiety and depression. It improves your mood and fights fatigue. It gives us the biggest return on investment, both time and money. It improves […]
We like to share with you when one of our walking programs does something outstanding. Recently a program in Freetown, Sierra Leone went above and beyond to improve the experience for their walkers. They drove the route from Conakry, Guinea to Freetown to snap pictures first hand. We then used these photos in map pins […]
Having trouble getting your kids to eat their veggies? Perhaps the “Brocco” is just what the doctor ordered. After extensive research at Walker Tracker HQ, I came across this video. Mouth watering, isn’t it?
BABW (Build-a-Bear Workshop) Bear Hugs Foundation’s aim is to help programs that are working for kid’s health. These grants are funded through the sale of the Champ bear, one dollar from every sale is donated to children’s health and wellness throughout the United States and Canada. They are accepting childrens health and wellness grant requests […]
Calling all non-profits with 501(c)3 status and schools! Alberstons is supporting programs that support health. The three main areas of focus are hunger relief, dietary health, and nutrition education. Wellness and health promotion, disease prevention, and health education organizations/programs may be eligible. Grant awards vary. Deadline: Rolling Find out more here: http://www.albertsons.com/about/community.jsp
