Walk This Way In-Person and Online Workshops
These free workshops are designed for community leaders who are interested in Walk This Way and in receiving copies of the free resource to distribute in their community.
Walk This Way is a self-help kit designed to assist adults, of all ages, in beginning and adhering to a walking regimen.
This resource will assist adults in increasing their level of physical activity and contribute to the promotion of healthy weights and the prevention of chronic diseases including heart disease & stroke.
Topics discussed will include:
- Application Process
- Orientation to the WTW Resource
- Communication Support Materials
- Tracking & Evaluation
- Incentives
- PARC Consultations & Training
- Networking
Click here to register for a Walk This Way online workshop.
PARC & Walk This Way Regional In-Person Workshops
The workshops will include opportunities for physical activity promoters to network and learn from each other’s experiences about promoting and implementing physical activity programs and initiatives in different communities. Click here for workshop descriptions or to register now!
Walk This Way is a set of self-help program materials intended to assist men and women, ages 20-64, in beginning and adhering to a walking regimen to increase their physical activity levels and prevent the onset of a stroke.
The WTW kit is aimed at adults in the Contemplation and Preparation Stage of Change (according to Prochaska and DiClemente’s model). These adults are thinking about becoming active, or have been active for less than 6 months.
To view copies of plans and learn how various sectors are using WTW, click here.
The WTW kit includes:
- Walk This Way magnetic calendar to record your minutes/steps for 6 weeks
- Walk This Way Users Guide with information on how to get started, tips and stretching
Download the Walk This Way User's Guide here: English French
- Walk This Way Leader’s Guide for health professionals
Download the Walk This Way Leader's Guide here: English French
Download the Walk This Way Handbook for Workplace Wellness Leaders here: English
Download the Walk This Way Communications Support Package: English French
Download the Walk This Way Screening Tool: English French
Download the Walk This Way Evaluation Tools: click here
