Walking has offered participants an avenue to relieve stress and enjoy nature and their surroundings. Many have felt a sense of accomplishment as they set goals and meet them each week. Others have happily reported that taking time to walk has helped them lose weight. Congratulations to all the participants who have committed to developing a healthy habit. Read for yourself what participants are experiencing during the walking challenge.
Anthonette Miller from Berlin School District:
“My friend and I are meeting our walking goals. It has helped us get through the stress of COVID-19 and on-line teaching. We are even losing weight.”
Jennifer Brann from Kewaunee School District:
“Never thought I would be walking this many miles a week!”
Sheri Woodall from Tomahawk School District:
“The GHT Walking Challenge has been great for keeping me focused and motivated to exercise. Getting outside and walking has become a part of my daily routine. Walking certainly helps reduce stress and I appreciate that.”
Jessica Joles from Whitehall School District:
“This challenge has made me more conscious about how many steps I am getting throughout the week. Each week I have increased the number of steps. Next week I am going to crush my goal.”
Robin LeMoine from Three Lakes School District:
“My daily walks have been a salvation during these times of isolation.”
Ellen Schleicher from Sheboygan County:
“It is wonderful to see all the flowers blooming on my walks.”
