HEALTHY HURST Healthy Hurst Wellness Program The Healthy Hurst initiative was created in 2006 as
vibrant, healthy heart. The colors orange, green, yellow,
a way for Hurst citizens to track their exercise goals.
and blue represent the four seasons and the city’s pledge
Over the past 15 years, the program has evolved into
to promote positive health throughout the year. As the
a health initiative representing the varying external
slogan at the bottom states, the ultimate goal is to “Feel
forces contributing to a balanced lifestyle. To convey
Good & Live Well.”
this idea in a visual format, the Parks and Recreation Team created the Healthy Hurst logo composed of
A Healthy Hurst is a culmination of the programs,
five different symbols. The logo seeks to represent
businesses, and other city amenities that citizens utilize
everything about Hurst that contributes to a synergy
daily. Whether visiting a park, working out at the Hurst
between community and individual. The symbols, which
Recreation Center, checking out a book at the Hurst
portray sunshine (sun), nature (leaf), physical activity
Public Library, or shopping at the North East Mall, you
(bike), and social events (music note), surround a
are actively making a Healthy Hurst.
Healthy Hurst Kid’s Triathlon Saturday, Aug. 14 Heritage Village Plaza/Hurst Community Park Back again this year, the Healthy Hurst Kid’s Triathlon provides a fun and challenging opportunity for the kids in our community to stay active! Athletes will take part in a run, bike, and slide component to complete the course! Medals will be presented to all athletes who cross the finish line! For more information, visit us online at hursttx.gov/recreation. For more information about Healthy Hurst, please visit hursttx.gov/healthyhurst.
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WHERE WE LIVE | SUMMER 2021
