All wear blue communities have paused in-person events and many continue to virtually meet across the country. wear blue will resume in-person Saturday Runs in physically distanced, masked ways, when allowed by local guidelines.
Our community understands the value of physical activity: we use it every day as a tool to navigate the challenges of military life, to strengthen our ties with our community, and to lead inspired lives. The power and benefit of physical activity is more salient than ever before as we continue to manage the challenges of this ongoing pandemic.
Research reminds us why exercise is so important to thrive during this unique time:
Physical activity improves mental health, reducing depression and anxiety, and is associated with improved immune function.
Physical inactivity is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease, obesity, cancer, diabetes, depression, and premature death.
For health benefits, adults should engage in 150-300 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity each week.
We are taking the new year to reaffirm our commitment to a healthy and active lifestyle, AND to reaffirm our commitment to doing so safely. Per the CDC’s guidelines, wear blue encourages the following practices to exercise safely:
Exercise outside, wear a mask, and wash your hands.
Stay six feet apart from others and limit those gatherings to less than 5 people outside of your household.
Stay home if you are not feeling well. Exercise is important. Stopping the spread is even more important.
I’m ready to run with you again. In the meantime, I’m grateful for and connected to you through our shared steps and purpose to honor the service and sacrifice of the American military.
Run strong. Run healthy.
Lisa A. Hallett
Executive Director
wear blue: run to remember
lisa.hallett@wearblueruntoremember.org
www.wearblueruntoremember.org