The City of Martensville will once again be hosting the Seniors Globe Walk Program this winter in partnership with the Saskatoon Council on Aging (SCOA).
“During community consultations, older adults identified the need for more physical activity and social opportunities during the winter months. The Seniors Globe Walk is a response to that need,” Angela Reddekopp, City of Martensville Recreation Coordinator, stated.
This program is for all participants 50+ and provides a motivational, fun way to get in some extra physical activity. It is free to participate; however, you are required to register. In 2024, the City of Martensville had approximately 100 people register for this program.
There will be a dedicated space at the Martensville Athletic Pavilion on Tuesdays from 1:00pm – 2:00pm from January 7 – April 29 for those that are 50+ and registered to walk at no cost.
All forms of activity can be recorded and submitted. According to the SCOA Globe Walk website, 1300 steps equal one kilometre and a half hour of exercise equals two kilometres, which is the common accepted standard; however, all participants are required to do is record their steps, distance, or time, and the rest will be done for them. All forms of physical activity are eligible such as cleaning house, shoveling, walking, aerobics, etc. SCOA does encourage the use of fitness tracking devices, pedometers or cell phone apps to help track your efforts as well as motivate you to help accomplish your goals.
More information regarding the SCOA Globe Walk can be found by visiting www.scoaglobewalk.net. More information, as well as registration forms are available at the front desk at the MAP.
