Thirty minutes of moderate physical activity five days a week is recommended to help keep adults in shape. Walking, biking, hiking, cross-country skiing and swimming are all activities that can be done in Westchester County parks. Many of these activities are free of charge.

There are more than 17,000 acres in the county's system of 50 parks, offering some of the most beautiful scenery in the country. Each weekend throughout the year, a wide range of recreational programs and and sporting events are offered for people of all ages and interests. For a complete listing parks and activities, visit Westchester County Parks.

If you can't get to a park, you can walk in your local mall or sign up for a national club online. America on the Move is a national fitness club that offers free, personalized online resources, interactive tools, community support and fun events. You can even sign-up for e-mail reminders to keep you on track.