Health & Well-being
MORE THAN 90 people took the plunge and participated in the Vermont Sun 5K, 10K and half-marathon races at Lake Dunmore this past May 19. Dawn Sudol of Stanley, N.Y., left, won the race in 1:31:25. Health professionals say that even a little bit of physical movement is good for overall health, and having a race to train for can be a good motivator.
Photos courtesy of Pat Hendrick Photography
Race planning nets incentives to exercise
By JOHN S. McCRIGHT Hey, you. Yes, YOU! Get moving! Adults who are physically active are healthier, feel better and are less likely to develop many chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular disease, type-2 diabetes, and several types of cancer than are adults who are inactive, according to “Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans,” which was put out by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services last year. Regular moderate-to-vigorous physical activity also reduces feelings (See Race, Page 19)
Addison Independent • Monday, June 3, 2019