IL Pathways to Health Classes

Walk With Ease

Walk With Ease helps reduce pain and enhance balance, strength, and overall health while motivating participants to walk safely and comfortably. Whether through a self-guided course or in a community setting, participants can choose the format that best fits their needs.

About the class

Step into a healthier, more active lifestyle with the Walk With Ease program! Specifically designed for adults with arthritis, this program offers a pathway to reduced pain, improved balance, and enhanced overall well-being. Choose between a self-guided course or a supportive community setting—whichever suits you best.

Over the course of 6 weeks, you’ll engage in 3 one-hour sessions each week—totaling 18 sessions of transformative walking and learning. Choose the format that best fits your lifestyle:

  1. Group Sessions: Join an in-person group for all 18 sessions, where you’ll receive guidance and motivation from a dedicated instructor.
  2. Self-Directed: Prefer to go at your own pace? Utilize the Walk With Ease Guidebook to complete the program independently.
  3. Self-Directed Enhanced: Start and finish the program with a supportive group, encouraging each other throughout the six-week journey.

Throughout the program, you will explore a range of essential topics, including:

  • Physical Activity
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Pain Management Techniques
  • Understanding Arthritis

Benefits of the class

You can expect to experience:

  • Decreased Pain: Walk more comfortably as you learn effective strategies for pain management.
  • Increased Strength: Build physical strength that enhances your everyday activities.
  • Improved Balance: Gain confidence in your movements, reducing the risk of falls.
  • Boosted Self-Efficacy: Feel empowered to take control of your health journey.

Who should take the class

The program is ideal for:

  • Adults with Arthritis: If you're looking to become more active, this program is tailored just for you.
  • Individuals with Chronic Conditions: Those with diabetes, heart disease, or other chronic conditions will also benefit from increased physical activity.

All you need is the ability to be on your feet for at least 10 minutes without increased pain.

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