By Canadian Cancer Society - Red Deer Running Room

The Walk or Run to Quit program returns to Red Deer August 9

Jul 31, 2018 | 6:00 AM

RED DEER- Last year at the end of the 10-week program, 90% of participants reduced their smoking as a result.

By utilizing learn to walk or run 5km clinics with smoking cessation expertise of the Canadian Cancer Society, smokers have a one-two punch to help them become smoke free.

A proven program called, “Walk or Run to Quit” has made it possible for Judi MacEachen to start living a smoke-free life.

The program, available across Canada, helps participants replace smoking with a healthier activity, learning to walk or run 5K.

Research has found that becoming physically active increases a person’s chances of quitting since exercise helps curb cravings and withdrawal symptoms.

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Judi says she tried to quit smoking last year while in school for an education degree, smoking up to a pack a day due to the stress.

She was unsuccessful quitting on her own and realized she would benefit more from the Walk or Run to Quit in-person program.

“The in-store program gave me the social support I needed. Part of my problem was that I isolated myself and coming to the store forced me out of my isolation.”

The Red Deer clinic opens on August 9 at 6:00 p.m. at the Red Deer Running Room, 2004 50 Ave #169.

To register or learn more, visit: runtoquit.com

Walk or Run to Quit is funded in part by the Public Health Agency of Canada.

by Canadian Cancer Society - Red Deer Running Room

The Walk or Run to Quit program returns to Red Deer August 9

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