Walk with Ease
UPDATE - Due to social distancing guidelines, we have had to temporarily suspend enrollment in the group-exercise version of Walk with Ease. We are currently modifying our approved protocols to allow for a "no-contact" self-directed program were study materials are delivered by mail and all assessments are conducted online to provide program opportunities without the need for interaction with the program team.
Stay tuned for updates as we will update this page as protocols are approved!
Stay tuned for updates as we will update this page as protocols are approved!
Background
Walk with Ease is an evidence-based activity program developed by the Arthritis Foundation and recommended by the CDC for the management of the symptoms of arthritis. Currently offered in both individual and group-based formats, the program has been shown to effectively help participants improve their pain symptoms, reduce physical limitations, and improve symptom management self-efficacy.
The program focuses on integrating physical activity in the form of walking into your daily routine. The program is designed to meet participants at their current fitness level and progress gradually over its six-week duration, while also providing the knowledge to continue progressing after the program is complete.
Walk with Ease is an evidence-based activity program developed by the Arthritis Foundation and recommended by the CDC for the management of the symptoms of arthritis. Currently offered in both individual and group-based formats, the program has been shown to effectively help participants improve their pain symptoms, reduce physical limitations, and improve symptom management self-efficacy.
The program focuses on integrating physical activity in the form of walking into your daily routine. The program is designed to meet participants at their current fitness level and progress gradually over its six-week duration, while also providing the knowledge to continue progressing after the program is complete.
Walk with Ease at ISU
We have expanded the target population beyond individuals with arthritis to include people with other chronic conditions including heart disease, diabetes and many others. The program has also been expanded to include any older adults looking to make physical activity a part of their regular routine, while providing students an opportunity to gain experience working with adults in the local community.
Group Program
The group-based program meets three times per week to introduce physical activity and begin successfully integrating it into the weekly routine in a supervised social setting. Educational content is provided each week to help support the walking sessions, and a collaborative, encouraging environment is used to help overcome any barriers you may face.
Self-Directed Program
The self-directed program is designed to be completed without the burden of a scheduled meeting time and location. Participants complete the scheduled walking sessions at a time and location that is convenient to them, and receive all the same educational material as the group program.
Participants in the self-directed program also have the option of connecting with a student health coach to help them overcome their individual barriers to activity.
For more information on the program or to inquire about enrollment see exercyse.org/walkwitheaseisu or click here.
For questions, please email walkwithease@iastate.edu
We have expanded the target population beyond individuals with arthritis to include people with other chronic conditions including heart disease, diabetes and many others. The program has also been expanded to include any older adults looking to make physical activity a part of their regular routine, while providing students an opportunity to gain experience working with adults in the local community.
Group Program
The group-based program meets three times per week to introduce physical activity and begin successfully integrating it into the weekly routine in a supervised social setting. Educational content is provided each week to help support the walking sessions, and a collaborative, encouraging environment is used to help overcome any barriers you may face.
Self-Directed Program
The self-directed program is designed to be completed without the burden of a scheduled meeting time and location. Participants complete the scheduled walking sessions at a time and location that is convenient to them, and receive all the same educational material as the group program.
Participants in the self-directed program also have the option of connecting with a student health coach to help them overcome their individual barriers to activity.
For more information on the program or to inquire about enrollment see exercyse.org/walkwitheaseisu or click here.
For questions, please email walkwithease@iastate.edu
Walk with Ease at ISU is part of a larger initiative to deploy Walk with Ease across the state of Iowa in collaboration with CHPCommunity.
Collaborators
Walk with Ease is offered in collaboration with
Walk with Ease is offered in collaboration with
- CHPcommunity
- ISU Exercise Clinic
- Iowa State Exercyse is Medicine on Campus
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