A walk isn’t just good for your body—it’s a simple, powerful way to care for your mind and soul. Physical activity, like walking, reduces stress, boosts mood, and promotes overall well-being. For decades, the American Heart Association has championed the importance of physical activity in communities across the country. That’s why we created National Walking Day more than a decade ago—to encourage everyone to move more and stress less. Today, we know that even a brisk walk can make a world of difference for heart health and mental clarity.
On April 2, lace up your sneakers and join us at The St. James sports complex in Springfield, VA for a special National Walking Day event presented by Sheehy Auto Stores. The event is free and open to the public. Wear your workout gear and get ready to #MoveMoreDC! Guests will participate in a walking challenge with interactive sessions including fitness demos led by St. James trainers and professional rugby team, Old Glory DC, healthy cooking demos, hands-only CPR coaching and more. Check-in opens at 7:30 AM and the event begins at 8:00 AM.
Sessions include a cooking demo, yoga, tabata, pilates, Zumba, CPR and a special training session with Old Glory. The WASH-FM street team will be onsite with music, giveaways and more!
The St. James sports complex is located at 6805 Industrial Rd, Springfield, VA 2215.
No advanced registrations or RSVPs required. Questions? Reach out to us at ESGWRHeartWalk@heart.org. We hope to see you there! Thank you to Live Fierce sponsor Sheehy Auto Stores for their support of National Walking Day and the Greater Washington Region Heart Walk.