American Heart Association says it is time for America to start - KCBD NewsChannel 11 Lubbock

4/6/10

American Heart Association says it is time for America to start walking

By Kristin Beerman | email

LUBBOCK, TX (KCBD) – If you've been thinking about starting an exercise program, why not start tomorrow? 

The American Heart Association has named Wednesday, April 7th, National Start Walking Day.  The AHA says being inactive doubles your risk of heart disease, which is the nation's number one killer. For more information, call 1-800-AHA-USA1 or visit clickhere.

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