Spring Into Summer

The 2026 version of Spring into Summer was launched to help promote physical activity across the state of Iowa using a virtual Walk with Ease program. The pilot programming was conducted in collaboration with Healthy Iowans and the Healthiest State Initiative to build capacity for the future. The programming prioritized county level support mechanisms and we collectively reached participants in over 10 counties with the average age of participants being 50 years old. This program has been successful in reaching a broader group of Iowans who are either working full time or live in rural areas. 

Fall Risk Screening
Our team is working with other clinical and health leaders in Story County and across the state to provide screening to evaluate risks for falling.

We offer periodic screening events in collaboration with Physical Therapists at Mary Greeley Medical Center and community screens in collaboration with the Story County Health Department. 

However, we also offer FREE screening by appointment. Additional information is available on the About page or in the flyer shown at right. 

For additional information or to sign up, complete this simple online form and we will reach out to answer any questions   

Walk with Ease

Information for Participants

Walk with Ease is an evidence-based program developed by the Arthritis Foundation to help reduce symptoms of arthritis. However, it has many other benefits.

If you are interested the Walk with Ease program as a participant, please click below for more information. If you want to register or ask additional questions, please click the red box at the right and we will reach out to help.

Information for Organizations

 If you are interested in learning how to offer Walk with Ease or Fall screening in your county or community, please refer to the Organization Information page.

We offer online and in-person training courses that will enable fitness leaders or professionals in your community to be able to effectively deliver these and other programs. Our programming is linked to the Iowa Community HUB and this affiliation can also provide assistance with facilitating referrals and communications with clinicians. 

Click the link below for more information 
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Walk with Ease at ISU is offered in collaboration with the following organizations

Iowa Community Hub​
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Iowa Community Hub works within communities to support efforts promoting healthier people, environments and systems. It is coordinated by a non-profit group called CHPcommunity
U-TuRN
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The Iowa State University Translational Research Network (U-TuRN) works to support communities and organizations by helping build their capacity to adopt and implement evidence-based tools and practices. 
Arthritis Foundation
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The Arthritis Foundation champions the fight to conquer arthritis through life-changing science pursuing a cure, while offering resources and community connections to help reduce the impact of the number one cause of disability in America.