Walk for your Health in Fountain Hills Arizona
July 1st, 2009 Subscribe To Our Feed
Walking is one of the most frequently recommended exercises for seniors. It promotes socializing with fellow walkers/neighbors and encourages one to appreciate the beauty of the environment. This is why it’s important to choose a community that is not only affordable and that features the amenities you want, but also a community that encourages outside activities.
There is a website on the Internet called WalkScore.com, which rates neighborhoods on whether they are walker friendly. It is still growing and many areas aren’t seen at their best because of the lack of data. This site rates a neighborhood based on how many amenities are within a mile or so, but does not score based on the terrain or the true number of amenities. However, it may well be a formidable Internet presence for the walking-minded in the future. On this site, Fountain Hills is given a 62 out of a possible 100. Meaning it is somewhat walkable. It receives this score no doubt because of the hot Summer days. But in reality the extreme heat is only for a month or two, the rest of the year it is very pleasant.
You don’t need shops within walking distance if you are walking for pleasure and/or exercise, but it is important to choose a community where it’s safe. We suggest that you search for a home in the Fountain Hills real estate area. It is safe, beautiful and a prestigious part of Arizona. Fountain Hills is neighbor to Scottsdale which just to the west. And is only a few miles from Phoenix and the International Airport in Tempe.
One of the solutions to the walker’s desire for safety and scenery is the planned community. There are many fifty five plus communities that offer safe and beautifully landscaped neighborhoods, and parks, as well as neighbors who are prime candidates fellow walkers.
A neighborhood that supports walking and a sense of community is the one to look for. Consider a planned community for walking; you might be surprised at the thought and care taken to make your experience exceptional.
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