Vol. 17, No. 18	Feb. 5, 1998

Walk Here...Fly There!

All University employees are invited to join the first University of Delaware "Walk Here... Fly There" Spring Walking Program. This program enables participants to walk towards a healthy lifestyle, receive a free T-shirt and become eligible for the grand prize drawing-up to a $500 travel voucher for a ticket to fly anywhere in the U.S. (courtesy of University Travel).

Walking is a low-impact activity that can be done by almost everyone. It provides an opportunity to get away from your desk, get outside the office and enjoy the pleasant surroundings of the campus, the community or anywhere else you might enjoy. Walking also has many health benefits. It is useful in reducing stress and tension, decreasing body fat and has many cardiovascular benefits. There is nothing to lose, and so much to gain.

Program guidelines:

• Particicpants can walk anytime/ anywhere/with anyone,

• Participants must walk a minimum of 10 miles a week for eight consecutive weeks,

• All participants who complete the mileage requirements will receive a T-shirt and be entered into the drawing for a trip to the destination of the winner's choice,

• Activity logs will be mailed to participants upon registration,

• Registration starts immediately and extends to March 5,

• The program begins March 2, and all mileage records must be completed by April 26.

To register, complete the registration form below or stop by the Employee Wellness Center, 112 Carpenter Sports Building.