Start! Moving

For the fourth consecutive year, Shawnee Mission Medical Center has partnered with the American Heart Association on its Start! initiative, a program that calls on all Americans and their employers to create a culture of physical activity and health through walking. SMMC is one of three cause sponsors in the Kansas City area.

As a hospital leader and strong supporter of the Start! movement in Kansas City, SMMC is challenging its employees and the community to become more active through a variety of activities, including the Kansas City Heart Walk on May 21. SMMC is also home to the first and only Start! Walking Trail in Kansas City. The path includes a number of stations where walkers can stretch, find their balance, and more.

Did you know…
That one hour of exercise equals two more hours of life?

The Free Tools You Need to Start! Walking Toward a Healthier Lifestyle

The Start! Walking Program encourages employers to set up walking routes that can motivate employees to walk around the office. It also celebrates the many health benefits of simply walking!

MyStart! Tracker is a free tool that helps people make positive lifestyle changes through walking and eating better. It's a great way to track your progress. And it's so easy to use!

National Start! Walking Day, the first Wednesday each April, is our special day that calls on all Americans to become more active.