With the warm spring weather finally making an appearance in Ebensburg, everyone seems to be itching to get outside to enjoy the fresh air and sunshine. Students at Central Cambria Middle School had the opportunity to take advantage of a beautiful day as they celebrated National Walk @ Lunch Day on April 27. National Walk @ Lunch day is “an extension of WalkingWorks, a Blue Cross and Blue Shield program created to help consumers live healthier lives and reduce unnecessary medical costs due to physical inactivity.” It is an idea that was designed while keeping those with busy schedules in mind in hopes that it may help jump-start a daily walking or fitness routine and improve national health.
Schools were encouraged to join in the Walk @ Lunch movement by incorporating walking into the school day as a first step toward long-term prevention of health problems for future generations. During gym classes and study halls, CCMS students made their way outside to the track get their hearts pumping for the recommended 30 minutes of physical activity. Not only did the mid-day walk invigorate their bodies and elevate their moods, but it stimulated their minds and enabled students to focus on their afternoon tasks in the classroom, as well. National Walk @ Lunch Day was a success at Central Cambria, and we look forward to observing this day for years to come.
