Go To School For Exercise

It's hard not to be a couch potato when the cold wind blows and snow makes the sidewalks of our walkable city treacherous. No excuses now, though. Thanks to the Lakewood City Schools and Rec Department, you can do your walking safely, indoors. Every Monday through Thursday that school is in session, Garfield and Harding Middle Schools are open 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. for walking in the halls. Residents just need to sign in with the security guard—kids under 18 must be accompanied by a parent. You're in control of the intensity of your workout--stay on the first floor for an easy walk, or get your heart pumping by including flights of steps in your circuit.

If the temptations of the holidays gave you the gift of a couple of extra pounds, this is your opportunity to work them off safely and comfortably! At Garfield, enter the farthest west door, by the flagpole. At Harding, use the center entrance.

For the intrepid walkers willing to brave the cold, the Parks Department will make every effort to keep the walking path at Lakewood Park plowed.

Live Well Lakewood recommends walking 30 minutes a day at least five days a week for good health.