Walk with Ease (Self-directed Program)
Tuesdays, Sept. 16 - Oct. 21, 2025
9-9:30 a.m. E.T.
MSU Extension offers the Walk With Ease Self-Directed Enhanced program where a group of individuals begin and end the six-week walking program at the same time. An MSU Extension leader coordinates communication via email to ensure participants are organized and motivated to complete the program. Participants will also receive a free Walk with Ease workbook to help guide them on their walking journey.
During the six-week program, participants will:
- Understand the basics about arthritis and the relationship between arthritis, exercise, and easing pain.
- Exercise safely and comfortably. Use methods to make walking fun.
- Make a personal walking plan with realistic goals for improved fitness.
- Learn tips and resources to help them overcome barriers and continue to be physically active.
- Learn about other programs and resources that can help them maintain their walking and try other physical activity.
Walk With Ease will help you:
- Motivate yourself to get in great shape.
- Walk safely and comfortably.
- Improve your flexibility, strength, and stamina.
- Reduce pain and feel great.
Cost: FREE- Open to all adult Michigan residents!
Delivery Mode: Self-paced: Walk 10-35 minutes 3 times a week for 6 weeks. Weekly email communication from instructor.
SPONSORS: This program is supported by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award by ACL/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by ACL/HHS, or the U.S. Government.
Registration for Walk with Ease Program is open.
Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. ET on September 15, 2025.
Accommodations
Michigan State University Extension programs, services events, and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, or veteran status. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting the event contact two weeks prior to the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.
Contact Information
For program information, please contact Naomi Hyso at hysonaom@msu.edu.