Oct 02, 2024
The simple activity of walking has many powerful health benefits. Done correctly, it can be the key to weight loss, lowering blood pressure and cholesterol, boosting memory, and reducing your risk for heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and more. Here are 5 benefits that may surprise you.
- Counteracts the effects of weight-promoting genes. Among the studied participants who walked briskly for about an hour a day, the effects of those genes were cut in half.
- Helps tame a sweet tooth. The latest research confirms that walking can reduce cravings and intake of a variety of sugary snacks.
- Reduces the risk of developing breast cancer. Researchers already know that any kind of physical activity blunts the risk of breast cancer. However, an American Cancer Society study that zeroed in on walking found that women who walked seven or more hours a week had a 14% lower risk of breast cancer than those who walked three hours or fewer per week.
- Eases joint pain. Several studies have found that walking reduces arthritis-related pain and that walking five to six miles a week can even prevent arthritis from forming in the first place.
- Boosts immune function. Walking can help protect you during cold and flu season. A study found that those who walked at least 20 minutes a day, at least 5 days a week, had 43% fewer sick days than those who exercised once a week or less.
For more about the benefits of walking, visit https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/5-surprising-benefits-of-walking
Find a local walk happening near you, gather your friends and family, and Walk for a Cause today!
Walk for A Cause Happenings
October 5th
H.E.A.R.T.S Connection’s Heroes 4 HEARTS & Buddy Walk
Celebrate all children & adults who have a disability by participating in our walk. Start a team or come as a family. HE.A.R.T.S. Connection is hosting its annual Hearts 4 Hero's Walk on Saturday, October 5th, 2024. There will be children's activities, merchandise vendors, informational vendors, raffle baskets, and food will be available for purchase.
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Yokuts Park
4200 Empire Drive
Bakersfield, CA 93309
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/heros-for-hearts-walk-2024-tickets-939582906767
October 5th
Lace’n It Up 5K & 1 Mile Celebration Walk
Kick-off Paint the Town Pink! and Breast Cancer Awareness Month at our annual Lace'n It Up 5K Fun Run & 1 Mile Celebration Walk! This year's event is set to be our biggest yet - featuring special survivor recognition, local vendors, food & drink, music, raffle prizes, and more!
7:00 AM
The Park at Riverwalk
11298 Stockdale Hwy
Bakersfield, CA 93311
https://runsignup.com/Race/Info/CA/Bakersfield/LacenItUp5kRunWalk
October 5th
NAMI Walks 2024
Come walk in support of local mental health programs.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Bakersfield College
1801 Panorama Drive
Bakersfield, CA 93305
https://www.namiwalks.org/kerncounty/
October 5th
Walk for A Million Dreams
Join us for a day filled with inspiration, empowerment, and celebration. Together, we can walk towards a future where every individual with Down syndrome is valued, included, and given the opportunity to achieve their dreams.
7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Stramler Park
4003 Chester Avenue
Bakersfield, CA 93301
https://kerndsn.org/walk-for-a-million-dreams/
October 12th
CASA Superhero Run
Gather the family and come dressed as your favorite superhero for CASA’s Superhero Run! This annual event features superhero guest appearances, a mascot dance-off, costume contests, vendor booths, raffle prizes, music, food, and more! Individuals, families, and teams can help “give a child a voice” by signing up for the 2K, 5K, or 10K.
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
The Park at Riverwalk
11298 Stockdale Hwy.
Bakersfield, CA 93311
https://kerncasa.org/superhero-run/
October 12th
KC Veterans Silkies Hike
This event will be a veteran’s opportunity to find that camaraderie that has been missing since their separation from service. This event is to raise awareness while also helping combat Veteran suicide. If you are a veteran or know a veteran, please join us. It’s a positive atmosphere.
9:00 PM
Crusader Brewing
5880 District Blvd STE 18
Bakersfield, CA 93313
https://www.facebook.com/people/Kern-County-Veterans-Silkies-Hike/100064576336469/
October 12th
7th Annual Running with the Angels 5K Run & Walk
Honoring Angel Babies gone too soon while raising awareness for pregnancy and infant loss. All proceeds will be donated to the Noel Alexandria Foundation to continue to provide free educational, emotional, and financial resources to families who have been affected by pregnancy and infant loss.
7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Yokuts Park
4200 Empire Dr
Bakersfield, 93309
https://www.kernfoundation.org/event/7th-annual-running-with-the-angels-5k-runwalk/
October 12th
1st Annual North Kern Cancer Run & Walk Festival
Gather your friends, family and coworkers and join us for the 2024 North Kern Cancer Run/Walk and Festival at - Pioneer Elementary School! This exciting challenge allows you to raise funds and awareness for those battling cancer all while having fun! 100% of the funds will benefit the Kern County Cancer Foundation to assist local patients with medical bills related to cancer treatment as well as assist children with cancer who must travel for treatment.
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Pioneer Elementary School
1001 Hiett Avenue
Delano, CA 93215
https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/Delano/NorthKernCancerRunWalkandFestival
October 26th
2024 Kern County Heart and Stroke Walk
The Heart and Stroke Walk has always been a great way to get moving while socializing with friends, family and co-workers leading up to and on the day of the event. But it's so much more than a walk. Walking in the Heart and Stroke Walk boosts your heart health AND mental health while helping millions of others at the same time. 5K with a Survivor Loop available.
8:00 AM
Bakersfield College
1801 Panorama Drive
Bakersfield, CA 93305
https://www2.heart.org/site/TR/HeartWalk/WSA
October 27th
Bakersfield Monster Mash Dash 5K, Walk, & Little Monster Dash
This Halloween-themed annual race is an event that you won't want to miss and we guarantee you will experience a spooktacular fun time! Wear a Costume and be in our Costume Contest! Largest Group Award! 1st race in the HOLIDAY RUN SERIES!
8:00 AM
The Park at Riverwalk
11298 Stockdale Hwy.
Bakersfield, CA 93311
https://bakersfieldclassicevents.com
