03/10/2026
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2nd Annual Atchison Community Heart Month Challenge and 2K Fun Run/Walk last Saturday!
We had an incredible turnout this year, with close to 300 participants registering for the month-long challenge and 135 coming out to participate in the 2K Fun Run/Walk. That's almost double what we had last year! It was great to see so many people show up, stay active, and encourage one another along the way.
The event included several activities focused on heart health and wellness. First, participants headed to Riverfront Park for the 2K Fun Run/Walk. They enjoyed mild weather with no rain. Then, they had the chance to learn more about heart-healthy habits, enjoy heart-healthy snacks, and stop by for blood pressure checks provided by Highland Community College Technical Center School of Nursing students. Many people also had fun at the selfie wall and took a moment at the pledge wall to write how they plan to add more activity to their daily lives.
Participants also had the opportunity to win great prizes, including an air fryer, fire pit, Kindle, and 4 childrenβs bicycles.
A special thank you to the Atchison Family YMCA/Cray Community Center for hosting the event and inviting challenge participants to work out at the Y free for five weeks!
We also want to recognize Desaray Wilson and Camron Roloff from the Cardiac Rehab team at Amberwell Atchison for organizing and coordinating another successful event.
Thank you again to everyone who participated and supported heart health in our community. Weβre already looking forward to next yearβuntil then, keep finding ways to move every day! π
