WEST MICHIGAN LATINO HEALTH 5K
The purpose is to get Hispanic families to begin a healthy lifestyle and to incorporate physical activity such as walking and running to their daily routines. Physical activity along with proper diet will reduce the weight and thereby reducing the chronic diseases.
A Health and Wellness promotion with focus on the Hispanic community that has higher instances of obesity, diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, and strokes. The reason for highest amount of chronic diseases in the Hispanic community has been attributed to poor diets and lack of physical activity.
The 5k is geared towards Hispanic families, but it is open to all and it is encouraged that non-Hispanic enthusiasts join the walk/run as well to support in the endeavor.
Date and Time
Saturday Oct 21, 2017
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM EDT
Saturday, October 21st, 2017
Race starts at 9:00 AM
Registration at 8:00 AM
Location
Roosevelt Park
739 Van Raalte SW.
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Fees/Admission
West Michigan Hispanic 5K Walk/Run (12 and Under) - FREE
West Michigan Hispanic 5K Walk/RUn (13 and Up) - $15.00
REGISTER HERE
Printed courtesy of westmihcc.org/ – Contact the West Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for more information.
2007 Division Ave. S, Grand Rapids, MI 49507 – (616) 452-3960 – info@westmihcc.org