"Listen While You Walk" Resumes!

A new study released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that although more Americans are walking, they are not exercising enough to reap the health benefits. At least 150 minutes per week of aerobic exercise, like brisk walking, helps prevent heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, depression and some forms of cancer.

To help patrons in their efforts to exercise daily, the library is resuming our popular “Listen While You Walk” program beginning Thursday, September 6 at 9:15 a.m. The program, beginning its second year, offers walkers another way to exercise – while listening to a new book or favorite author. Staff will introduce attendees to a selection of “Playaways,” all in one portable audiobooks, and then lead a 30-minute walk on nearby Arrowhead Trail. The program will continue each Thursday at 9:15 a.m., weather permitting.

Register for this free program by emailing programs@ptlibrary.org, at the circulation desk, or call 724.941.9430. For more information about the program, call the Reference Department at 724.941.9430 ext. 327.