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Physical activity need not be vigorous
to improve health, according to the latest Surgeon General's Report.
Physical activity at a moderate level improves your mood and sense
of well-being. It gives you more energy and helps control weight.
It improves balance and bone and muscle strength, preventing falls
and fractures. It helps you live longer independently.
There are lots of ways to be physically active in Skagit County.
The list below is packed with information to help you find out
what is available in your area. To update or add a listing call
Liz McNett Crowl at 360-428-2331 or e-mail lcrowl@skagitvalleyhospital.org.
| Walking And Running |
| Organization:
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Mall Walking |
| Contact: |
United General Hospital |
| Address: |
201 Cascade Mall Drive, Burlington 98233 |
| Phone: |
360-856-7524 |
| Activities: |
Free mall walking program co-sponsored by United General Hospital and Cascade Mall. Monday through Saturday 7:00 to 10:00am (except holidays). |
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| Organization:
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NW Tulip Trekkers Volksmarch Club |
| Contact: |
Fred & Sharon Fisher |
| Address: |
1701 36th Street, Anacortes 98221 |
| Phone: |
360-293-7985 |
| Activities: |
Year round walks and special Volksmarch walking events. |
| Website: |
http://nwtrekkers.org |
| Email: |
sfisher@fidalgo.net |
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| Organization:
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Skagit Footworx |
| Contact: |
Micheal Parke |
| Address: |
702 South 1st Street, Mount Vernon 98273 |
| Phone: |
360-336-2475 |
| Fax: |
360-419-0705 |
| Activities: |
Multi-level running and walking groups (Mon./Tues./Wed./Fri.) |
| Website: |
http://www.thefootworx.com |
| Email: |
info@thefootworx.com |
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| Organization:
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Skagit Runners |
| Contact: |
Dean Taylor |
| Address: |
PO Box 120, Burlington 98233 |
| Phone: |
360-856-6990 |
| Activities: |
Group runs, race training and monthly socials
Sponsor annual events:
April: Tulip and Slug Runs - Kids run free
September: Skagit Flats Marathon
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| Website: |
http://www.skagitrunners.org |
| Email: |
trailrunner@wavecable.com |
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