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Back in the summer of 2009, the Grand Bay-Westfield residents were teased by a slogan “Are you set for in motion ?” What’s it all about?! In motion is an evidence-based health promotion strategy, which encourages physical activity as a means to improve the health of New Brunswick communities. In Grand Bay-Westfield, it is through the involvement of a group of volunteer residents, who were looking at making a difference for the wellbeing of their peers, that the in motion idea came alive. Have you recognized some of those activities: Hearts in motion Walking Club, Winterfest, winter indoor walking paths located in local Churches, or the annual “Docs in motion” community walk event. The Partners in Prevention in motion committee has been there – encouraging you to live a healthy lifestyle. The Grand Bay-Westfield community was selected as a demonstration site, and with the conviction and assiduity of the Town’s wellness network committee that has brought recognition to Grand Bay-Westfield as a leader and a model community for other communities in the province. You can also be in motion, “Jump on Board” and check out the “in motion Locomotion” newsletter to see what’s happening right there in Grand Bay-Westfield! (www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Grand-Bay-Westfield-in-motion/118416851535405)… Let’s pick up steam… and move!
Go Grand Bay-Westfield! We are proud of you!!!
Sylvie Poulin RD – HEPAC wellness coordinator Healthy Eating and Physical Activity of New Brunswick |
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