25th Annual African American Wellness Walk: Moving Hearts & Soles

🏃‍♂️ Event Announcement

Premier Health is excited to announce the African American Wellness Walk (AAWW) is returning for its 25th year! This year’s theme is “Moving Hearts & Soles”. The 5K walk/run will be a hybrid event, with both a virtual and an in-person option. The in-person 5K walk will take place at Island MetroPark (101 East Helena Street, Dayton, OH 45404) on Saturday, Sep. 13, with a program at 7:30 a.m., followed by the 5K walk at 8 a.m.

🎉 Participation Success

Last year’s AAWW had more than 1,200 participants. Together we raised an incredible $16,300 for Central State and Wilberforce Universities!

👴 Focus on Healthy Aging

This year, we are zoning in on Healthy Aging. Healthy aging means adopting healthy habits and making positive lifestyle choices that contribute to health and well-being as we grow older.

🎽 Theme of the Event

The theme of this year's African American Wellness Walk is: "Moving Hearts & Soles".

🆓 Registration

Registration for the 5K walk is free.

🗓️ Event Details

• In-Person Walk Date: Saturday, September 13, 2025
• In-Person Walk Time: Gates open at 7:30 AM. The walk begins at 8:00 AM. Full agenda coming soon.
• In-Person Walk Location: Island MetroPark, 101 E Helena St, Dayton, OH 45407
• Participation: This is a hybrid event. Participants may participate virtually and/or in-person.

🔗 More Information

For more details, please visit this link.