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Orono Weekly Times, Wednesday, December 18,2002 - 15 Stay active this winter visit a wonderful trail WHITBY, ON, December 11, 2002 - Durham Lives! is encouraging area residents to enjoy an increase in physical Christmas bboms in For your friendship, loyalty and kind patronage, we offer a sincere "thank you From all of us at the Apple Blossom Shop 1-800-326-2184 Orono 983-9155 Oshawa 433-2515 www.appleblossom flowers.com activity by using local trails and conservation areas throughout the winter. Going for a hike may not be the first thing that comes to mind when trying to find winter activities, but it's really a great way to get outside and get some exercise exercise during the winter months. National statistics show that half of Canadians are not physically active enough to have an impact on their health. "Many people tend to become less active at this time of year," explains Chris Amott, a public health nurse with Durham Region Health Department. "Canada's winters winters are long but that shouldn't keep residents from getting exercise. Walking can help improve fitness, health and mental well-being, and winter walks are a lot of fun." There are many trails located located throughout Durham Region offering facilities for walking and other physical activities. Canada's Physical Activity Guide recommends increasing your activity level to at least 30 minutes, four to seven days a week. Taking a brisk walk can help to achieve optimum health benefits. A recent Health Department survey found that more Durham Region residents residents are using area trails to help increase physical activity. In 2001, 53 per cent reported using recreational trails compared compared to 47 per cent in 1999. "A family hike is a great way to unwind from the busy holiday holiday rush and spend time together," adds Ms. Amott. "Research has shown that active parents tend to have active children, which helps to promote lifelong physical activity." Hike Ontario, a non-profit organization representing the interests of walkers and hikers across Ontario, notes that winter winter hiking requires additional planning to help ensure comfort comfort and safety. First let someone someone know your location- and expected time of return, dress for the weather, and pack fluids fluids and snacks if you'll be our for a long time. "The bottom line is to remain physically active throughout the entire year to reap the health benefits," benefits," says Harold Sellers of Hike Ontario. Most Durham Region trails are open year round and in the winter offer activities such as hiking and cross-country skiing. skiing. Copies of the Durham Region Trails map are available available at local recreation centres and libraries across the Region. 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