Published on August 29, 2024
Lakewood, CO (Aug. 29, 2024) – Lakewood’s annual celebration of Family Health and Fitness Day will be on Saturday, Sept. 14, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at O’Kane Park at 7101 W. First Ave. This free, fun-filled event emphasizes the vital role of parks and recreation in building a strong, healthy and resilient community. The day will showcase activities to keep your family healthy and active!
What Activities Can You Expect?
- Fun run
- Face painting
- Family fitness class demos
- Local vendors
- Nutrition tips
- Parachute play
- Sports demos
- Prizes
Why is This Important?
Research shows that living near parks and recreation facilities leads to higher physical activity levels and overall better health. Lakewood offers residents a wealth of resources to stay active:
- Over 7,400 acres of open space to explore and enjoy.
- Four recreation centers and three art/history centers offering diverse programming.
- Indoor and outdoor pools for year-round aquatics fun.
How Can You Embrace a Healthy Lifestyle?
There are countless ways to embrace a healthy lifestyle with Lakewood’s parks and recreation:
- Hike the 240 miles of trails and reconnect with nature.
- Join a health and wellness program to reach your fitness goals.
- Pack a picnic basket and enjoy a family meal outdoors.
To discover all the fantastic health and wellness opportunities Lakewood arts, parks and recreation have to offer, visit Lakewood.org/CommunityResources. For more information or any questions about this event, contact Deborah Adame at DebAda@lakewood.org.
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