Just Move It - Programs

Program: Tucson Indian Center "Just Move It!" 5K Run/Walk Series

What

Running

The "Just Move It!" Run/Walk Series is a 5K (3.2 miles) competitive and non-competitive running and walking series. The series will take place over a four week period. Each of the four events will be held every Tuesday evenings at various sites. It will be open to all ages.

Tribes Involved:
Tohono O'odham Nation, Pascua Yaqui Tribe, Tucson Indian Center

Location:
Community
San Xavier District Center (Recreation Center), Pascua Yaqui Health Department (Clinic), and Pima Community College Campus (The Gauntlet Course) Kennedy Park

Program Purpose:
The purpose of the program is to promote physical activity and the benefits of physical activity through walking, jogging, and running. Health information and glucose screenings will also be available at each event to bring awareness and education of diabetes and other health issues. The overall purpose is to bring together youth, adults, elders and families from the Native American community and help them continue their journey to wellness and physcial fitness.

Program Key Features:
One of the key features to the run/walk series is a competitive and non-competive component. Competitive participants run for time while non-competitive enjoy a self-paced run, jog, or walk. Other key features include a free "Just Move It!" t-shirt to each registered participant (one t-shirt, per series), free healthy beverages and snacks, and incentive prizes.

Most Excited About:
We are most excited about the competitive component of the Run/Walk Series. We are also very excited about collaborating with the Tohono O'odham and Pascua Yaqui tribes.

Program Partners:
Tohono O'odham Nation, Healthy O'dham Promotion Program, and Pascua Yaqui Tribe Health Department

Program Age Groups:
Youth
Adult
Elder

Community:
Tucson Indian Community, Tohono O'odham Nation, and Pascua Yaqui Tribe

Start Date: 8/1/06