Walking program will pay participants to exercise (Jan. 1, 2005)

Start 2005 out on the right foot by committing to a regular exercise program. The Moore Aquatic and Fitness Center at McConnell Sports Complex will even pay you to exercise through its new Marathon March Walking Program that starts in January.

Here's the gist of the program. Participants pay $5 each to participate each month. Participants who walk 26 miles at the sport complex walking trail will split the money collected for that month. Participants must record all walking mileage at the Aquatic and Fitness Center's front desk on the day it is completed. Participants should sign up by the 5th day of each month. Each month's program ends on the last day of the month with a small reception.

At the very least each successful participant will get his or her $5 back and motivation to get off the couch into his or her walking shoes. For more information call the Moore Aquatic & Fitness Center at 252-948-9420.