Fort Smith, Arkansas

According to the American Heart Association, walking has the lowest dropout rate of any physical activity. Think it doesn’t do any good? Think again. Walking is low impact; easier on the joints than running. It is safe – with a doctor’s okay – for people with orthopedic ailments, heart conditions, and those who are more than 20% overweight. In addition, research has shown that you could gain two hours of life for each hour of regular exercise! That quick stroll around the block seems a little more worthwhile now, doesn’t it?


Walk with a Future Doc is a walking program for everyone interested in taking steps for a healthier lifestyle. What better way to start your weekend than on your feet making strides to help your heart and improving your general health to live longer! While you walk at your own pace, you’ll have the opportunity to have questions answered by local physicians and medical students from the Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine.


The Walk with a Doc program was started in Columbus, OH in and has now expanded throughout the world. You don’t need any special gear and there are no special rules. Just put on a pair of comfortable shoes and walk alone, with friends, a partner or family or with a group. It’s a personal preference.

City and State:
Fort Smith, Arkansas

Powered By:
Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine
Student Osteopathic Medical Association

Upcoming Walks:
Walking on the 1st Saturday of every month from 10-11 AM

Walk Location:
Torraine Lake, Fort Smith, AR

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Lead Physician:
Dr. Dan Lynch

Contact Information:
Olan C. James III
Student Services and Activities Coordinator
(479) 308-2215
Olan.James@achehealth.edu

Thank You:
This walk made possible by the Dr. Annemarie Sommer scholarship fund!