Walk Every 3rd Monday of the Month
DeLand Foot and Leg Center (DFALC) is encouraging VOLUSIA and LAKE County residents to take a step toward better health with Walk with a Doc, a health program that brings doctors and patients together to walk every 3rd Monday at 4:45 pm Arrival then 5:00 – 5:30 pm Walk, at Oakdale Cemetery, in Historic Downtown DeLand
About
Walk with a Doc
Walk with a Doc is an international non-profit organization whose mission is to inspire communities through movement and conversation.
“This program has had tremendous participation and success in hundreds of cities around the world,” said Dr. Jenneffer Pulapaka, the acclaimed Podiatric Lifestyle Medicine Physician. “I’m very pleased to bring this exciting and simple program to DeLand as it has shown such improved health results for countless people around the world.”
Arrive
4:45 pm
Walk
5:00pm
Depart
5:30pm
“Walk with a Doc is honored to team up with DeLand Foot and Leg Center. By incorporating this program into the practice, DFALC is demonstrating an exceptional level of care and commitment to their community,” said Dr. David Sabgir, founder of Walk with a Doc.
"Walk with a Doc" initiative in DeLand
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1K2WCOLDtF2t8Kq90gJGIVuwJ678L3I41/view?usp=sharingRegistration
The Walk is open to the community. Participation is free, and pre-registration is not required, but it will save time. Walkers will enjoy a refreshing and rejuvenating walk with Dr. Pulapaka and other healthcare professionals, who will provide support to participants and answer questions during the walk.
Walking Courses
Our Walk with a Doc program is in our local cemetery, Oakdale, in the heart of downtown. This provides our guests with a variety of walking options. We can offer both slow-paced and fast-paced walking programs to accommodate all fitness levels. For those who may need to sit or rest, we also have designated “Tombstone” seated areas. This will ensure everyone can participate comfortably.
Book Club
“What’s really exciting is that we’ve partnered with the cemetery to highlight curated tombstone tours during our walks. Each month, we’ll feature historic markers, some dating back to 1882, which ties directly into our monthly Book Club discussions. Participants can enjoy the walk while learning about the fascinating stories behind these tombstones, connecting our local history for a fun and engaging community event,” states Dr. Pulapaka.
Monthly Discussions
Book Club
Dates:
JANUARY 20 – Devil in the Grove by Gilbert King
FEBRUARY 17 – Ikigai The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life by H. García & F. Miralles
MARCH 17 – The Elephant of Belfast by S. Kirk Walsh
APRIL 21 – The Hidden Lives of Trees by Peter Wohlleben
MAY 19 – Tom Lake by Ann Patchett
JUNE 16 – The Emerald Mile by Kevin Fedarko
Arrival and Sign-in Location 4:45pm
N. Orange Ave. Entrance to Oakdale Cemetery
DeLand Foot and Leg Center is proud to support the Volusia County Library (VCL) and its commitment to lifelong learning and community engagement.
We encourage our patients and the public to take advantage of the VCL’s vast resources, including:
- Free library cards: Apply online at
Volusia County Library’s “Get a Library Card” page - Digital Library: Access thousands of e-books, audiobooks, movies, music, and magazines, all downloadable or streamable.
- E-books & Audiobooks: Borrow up to 15 items at a time for free!
- Movies & Television: Enjoy popular and classic films and shows, with a limit of 15 free items per checkout period.
- Music & Audio: Listen to current hits and discover timeless classics, with a 15-item checkout limit.
- Magazines & Newspapers: Read unlimited newspapers and magazines from around the world with PressReader!
Reading and lifelong learning are essential for maintaining good physical and mental health. We believe the VCL plays a vital role in our community, and we encourage everyone to explore its resources.
Take a step toward better health!
“There’s no question that increasing exercise, even moderately, reduces the risks of many diseases, including peripheral vascular disease, coronary heart disease, breast and colon cancer, and Type 2 diabetes,” said Dr. Pulapaka. “Research has even shown that you could gain two hours of life for each hour that you exercise regularly.”
According to the American Heart Association, walking as little as 30 minutes a day can provide the following benefits:
- Improve blood pressure and blood sugar levels
- Help maintain a healthy body weight and lower the risk of obesity
- Enhance mental well-being
- Reduce the risk of osteoporosis
DeLand joins a growing list of communities worldwide that have started local Walk with a Doc (WWAD) programs. WWAD was started by Dr. David Sabgir, a cardiologist in Columbus, OH. He has walked with patients and community members nearly every weekend since 2005.