The Get Healthy Knox County Coalition invites local businesses to participate in the annual Knox County Workplace Walking Challenge that promotes the health benefits of walking to people of all abilities. This encourages team building through team-based goals and rewards. The four-week challenge begins on April 7 and ends on May 4.

“Last year, over 600 walkers participated in the challenge,” said Tami Ruhl, Knox Public Health. “The coalition’s goal for this year is to recruit 1,000 walkers.”

Participants will have the opportunity to win prizes as they track and submit weekly step counts. Weekly leaderboards are posted on the coalition’s Facebook page and website. Trophies go to the top teams and medals go to the top walkers in each activity level. Participants may also enter the Raffle Challenge by submitting “selfie” photos while walking to work or visiting their favorite local scenic site. Receive a raffle ticket for each photo to be entered into a prize drawing.

“We want to give a special thank you to the Mount Vernon Grand Hotel for sponsoring this year’s Raffle Challenge,” said Talisha Beha, Knox Board of Developmental Disabilities. “The winner will receive a one-night stay at the hotel.”

The Get Healthy Knox County Coalition’s mission is to provide opportunities for Knox County residents to live active lifestyles. Membership consists of representatives from local businesses and organizations committed to making healthy and easy choices for people of all ages and abilities.

The registration packet can be downloaded at gethealthyknox.com or by emailing tbeha@knoxdd.com.

For more information, contact Tami Ruhl, Creating Healthy Communities Program Coordinator, at 740-392-2200 x 2274 or truhl@knoxhealth.com.