About the Program
Walk Our Way “W.O.W.” is a walking program in conjunction with Anaheim
Memorial Medical Center designed for individuals to better their health in a
safe, climatized environment. Members progress at their own pace while
enjoying the camaraderie of fellow walking members.
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To join the Walk Our Way program, simply stop by the customer service center
in Buena Park Downtown and pick up a mileage card. Then drop your completed
card along with name, address and phone number into the box located at the
customer service center in the mall. It’s free, easy and convenient!
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Benefits Available to Members
• Monthly Health Screenings
• Annual Awards Presentation
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Keeping Track
Walking either the upper or lower level of the mall equals ˝ mile, or one
mile every time you walk both levels. Walkers should record their distance
walked on the mileage card provided at the Customer Service Center. One
card totals 50 miles. Be sure to periodically turn in your signed mileage
cards at the Customer Service Center for proper credit.
Getting Started
Before starting any regular exercise
program, check with your physician. Once you are ready, all you need is a
good pair of walking shoes!
We encourage you to take your pulse prior to walking, during exercise and
after finishing your walk. The two easiest places to take your pulse are
your wrist or neck. Using the tips of your middle and index fingers count
your pulse for six seconds then add a zero to find the number of heartbeats
per minute. Your maximum heart rate is determined by subtracting your age
from 220. Your working heart rate should be 60-80% of your maximum heart
rate.
For those just starting, you should be at 60% of your maximum heart rate.
Example:
220 – your age x .80 = Maximum Working Heart Rate
220 – your age x .60 = Beginner’s Maximum Working Heart Rate
Walking Your Way to Better Health
• Relieves tension
• Improves circulation
• Strengthens the heart muscle
• Improves flexibility
• Improves overall health
Get the Facts
Walking is beneficial for people of all ages. W.O.W. offers you a chance to
walk at your own pace, monitor your walking distance, walk with other people
and exercise in the safety and comfort of Buena Park Downtown. It is the
perfect exercise for people who want to lead a healthier life!
Medical experts agree that a regular fitness program is relaxing, helps
relieve stress and eases muscle tension. Walking also relives anxiety,
increases energy and reduces hostility.
Join today!
Registration is free at the Customer Service Center at Buena Park Downtown
or call Anaheim Memorial Medical Center at 1-800-MEMORIAL (1-800-636-6742)
Beginners 12 Week Walking Program
Week Speed Minutes Speed Minutes Speed Minutes
1 Slow 5 Brisk 5 Slow 5
2 Slow 5 Brisk 7 Slow 5
3 Slow 5 Brisk 9 Slow 5
4 Slow 5 Brisk 11 Slow 5
5 Slow 5 Brisk 13 Slow 5
6 Slow 5 Brisk 15 Slow 5
7 Slow 5 Brisk 18 Slow 5
8 Slow 5 Brisk 23 Slow 5
10 Slow 5 Brisk 26 Slow 5
11 Slow 5 Brisk 28 Slow 5
12 Slow 5 Brisk 30 Slow 5
Anaheim Memorial Medical Center
Memorial Care
1111 West La Palma Avenue
Anaheim, CA 92801
(714) 490-7230
www.memorialcare.org/anaheim
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