January 03, 2018
Loop the Loop, the fun walking, running, or biking routes in downtown Kannapolis are expanding. The City has expanded the loops to include routes at A.L. Brown High, Woodrow Wilson, Shady Brook, Jackson Park, Fred Wilson, Carver Schools.
“We are excited to be able to expand the Loop the Loop Program to include the schools. Using a REACH grant from the Cabarrus Health Alliance and working in collaboration with the schools, this is an opportunity to bring the loops to our local neighborhoods. It is a wonderful addition to our Discover a Healthy Life initiative,” commented Director of Communications Annette Privette Keller.
“One of our primary goals is to encourage everyone to get active regardless of income level. Loop the Loops helps our community do that! It’s been great to see so many people on the loops each week and we look forward to seeing that number grow,” said Erin Shoe, Chief Operating Officer of the Cabarrus Health Alliance.
Superintendent Chip Buckwell commented, “Kannapolis City Schools is excited to be part of the Loop the Loop effort. Our children, staff and families now have a wonderful opportunity to link their education to their efforts to be healthy in a safe setting. Schools and classrooms can also be challenged to get and stay healthy. We look forward to the implementation of this effort and are always excited to work with the City to Discover a Healthy Life.”
Loop the Loop was launched last year by the City to encourage walking, running and biking using one-half mile, one mile and two mile routes. Over 500 people signed up in 2017 to be eligible for prizes by meeting mileage goals.
Route distances are designated by different colors. Signage and sidewalk markers aid you as you complete the loops around the City.
Once again the City will offer prizes to those who participate. The goal, if you choose to track your mileage, is for you to complete 150 miles by the end of 2018. At the end of each quarter, you are eligible to earn prizes.
The program is open to everyone and is free. Get started today. It’s easy. Register online, download a map of all the routes and track your miles by visiting www.kannapolisnc.gov/looptheloop.
Loop the Loop is part of the City's Discover a Healthy Life Initiative and the Cabarrus Health Alliance REACH Program. The goal is to bring a friend, meet new friends and enjoy the scenic downtown, the schools, Village Park, Bakers Creek Park and Bakers Creek Greenway – all while exercising. It’s a way to enjoy a healthy physical and social lifestyle.
REACH is a three-year effort focused on reducing health disparities among African American and Hispanic populations in Cabarrus County. Increasing physical activity opportunities is one of the primary program objectives.