IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH BY ADDING 30+ MINUTES A DAY OF WALKING
Join the many residents at Saint John’s On the Lake who enthusiastically embrace wellness and good health and welcome opportunities to promote their personal fitness—like walking around Milwaukee. Milwaukee Downtown’s initiative encourages local residents and visitors to get to know their city better by walking through it.
Adding at least 30 minutes of walking to your daily routine not only helps you avoid a sedentary lifestyle but improves your health in more ways than one. Experts say a brisk walk offers an impressive menu of benefits, including improving heart health, lowering blood sugar, reducing pain and boosting mental health.
A recent Mayo Clinic study revealed that more than half of Americans spend six or more hours sitting every day. Plus, 20 to 35 percent of people spend four hours or more watching TV each day. All this non-movement for hours at a time has been linked to health issues like diabetes, cognitive decline, physical disabilities, certain cancers, and even a shorter life expectancy.
Milwaukee Downtown reminds us that strolling about downtown in the early morning, mid-day or evening for fresh air is not only great exercise, but an awesome way to explore what Milwaukee has to offer.
Take the Westown Stroll, a 1.4-mile trek that begins at Pere Marquette Park, facing south toward Benihana. There’s plenty of public art at the edge of the park so be on the lookout for gems you won’t see anywhere else. Your stroll will take you past gorgeous architecture, monuments, murals, sculptures, museums and arts venues. See the complete route here.
Make the most of the nice weather with a healthy walking tour of the city. Learn about Walk Score.
Saint John’s On The Lake has over 155 years of innovation in serving older adults. Known for exceptional living, Saint John’s offers residents the opportunity to enjoy active, fulfilling lives enriched with a variety of amenities, services, and vibrant community activities. Our commitment to excellence ensures that each resident experiences an amazing lifestyle, making Saint John’s a premier choice for senior living. Contact us to schedule a personal tour.