CBS4, KCNC-TV-Denver, in partnership with America on the Move, has launched a new
Fit 4 Colorado walking program designed to promote physical activity in local communities and a fitness walk is scheduled for 9 a.m. on Saturday, October 24, 2009 along Clear Creek in Golden.
Join CBS4, America On the Move and the City of Golden beginning at 9 a.m. in front of the Community Center in Lion's Park at 1470 10 th Street. Mayor Jacob Smith and CBS4's Jennifer Zeppelin will lead the two-mile walk along the Clear Creek path.
The Fit 4 Colorado Community Walk promotes physical activity in local communities. Each month, CBS4 and America On the Move partner with a different municipality to host a Community Walk. Each walk is 1-2 miles in length (2000-4000 steps) and encourages people to make small behavioral changes in order to improve their health. The walks are free of charge and are open to all those interested in finding a fun way to stay active. Walkers are encouraged to dress for the weather, use sunscreen and bring their own water bottle. Each participant will receive a free Fit 4 Colorado pedometer.
Fit 4 Colorado is a statewide initiative that promotes the health and well-being of children and adults and was launched by CBS4 in January 2007.CBS4 airs regular Fit 4 Colorado segments providing viewers with educational information and resources to help change behavior, increase activity and eat healthier. The program is designed to educate and inform the public about the benefits of increased activity and healthier eating, provide tips on how to maintain a healthy weight and be more active and provide resources such as healthy eating tips and easy to use tracking mechanisms to log activity and help reach goals. Fit 4 Colorado is a partnership between CBS4, America on the Move, the Anthem Foundation and HealthONE.