Healthy Parks, Healthy Person - Getting healthy has never been so rewarding

Go Outside

Getting outside has been proven to improve your physical and mental health. So go ahead, step outside, get into your local park, and get moving!

Earn Points

Ever heard of a win, win, win? With Healthy Parks Healthy Person TN you get to go outside, improve your health, and earn points in the app. That’s a win, win, win for everyone!

Get Rewards

The motivation to improve your health has to come from the inside, but it doesn’t hurt to get a nice reward every once in a while for your effort! These rewards, provided by Tennessee State Parks, are a little bonus for getting outside and active.

Each Activity Earns Points

Ride A Bike

They say riding a bike can provide a sense of freedom, but it’s also really good for your health as well! Biking engages your legs, but is easy on your joints. It burns more calories than walking and can reduce stress. Make sure the bike you are on is the right fit for you and wear your helmet no matter what!

Go Climbing

One of the most physically demanding sports you can try, climbing is a test of strength, endurance, agility, and balance. It combines cardio and strength into a single workout and tests your mental strength. Climbers often time are so immersed in the activity that they have much lower stress levels. They also are exposed to breathtaking sights and experiences. Make sure to learn from an experienced climber and make safety a top priority when taking on climbing as a new activity. Use all of the required safety gear and know your limits.

Paddle

Paddling can all at once be one of the most peaceful and one of the most exhilarating ways to stay healthy! Whether paddling in a calm serene lake or running the rapids, you will enjoy the benefits of improved cardiovascular fitness and increased muscle strength in your back, arms, shoulders, chest, torso and legs. Paddling is also considered a low impact activity which means less wear and tear on your joints. Make sure your skills are adequate for the planned paddling activity and use all required safety gear.

Play a Sport

Any sport that gets you moving improves your health. Basketball, tennis, and volleyball are just some examples of ways that you can get outside and active with other people. Not only can you improve your physical health, but there are communication and relationship benefits to playing a sport with others.

Take a Walk

Walking is one of the single most beneficial activities a person can do for their health. The benefits to taking a walk outside are simply too numerous to list here. Just know that with every step you take you are walking your way to a better you!

Go for a Swim

There is almost no more fun way to get healthy than swimming! It is low impact, works almost every part of your body, and is great to do with others. Swimming is low impact, which takes stress off your body. It builds endurance and cardiovascular fitness and helps maintain a healthy weight, heart, and lungs. Make sure you know how to swim before getting started and choose a safe environment.

Take a Hike

Hiking exercises almost every part of your body and mind. Along with the health benefits of exercise, getting off the beaten path and onto a trail increases brainpower, improves mood, and boosts creativity. Remember to start small if you are new to hiking. Prepare for your hike and make sure someone knows where you will be. Most trails are completely safe, but take a map if possible and make sure you know who to call in case of an emergency.

Your Points Buy Real Rewards

We know you are joining Healthy Parks Healthy Person TN to improve your health and get outside, but we also know that motivation can sometimes be hard to keep up. Because of this, Tennessee State Parks is providing real rewards to help motivate you to take your next step, bike one more mile, or paddle one more lap.

Once you’ve purchased your first reward, head to any Tennessee State Park to redeem it or if you purchase a HPHP specific reward, email Healthy.Parks@tn.gov to have it mailed to you. It’s that easy!

Activities for Everyone

Healthy Parks Healthy Person TN is in the business of making sure everyone has the opportunity to get outdoors and active. This app is created for all ages and abilities. No matter if you are climbing a sheer cliff, or taking a walk or roll down a park road, the point values are the same. Our goal is simply to get you to get outside and get active. So tell everyone you know and help us improve the lives of everyone in Tennessee!

Getting healthy has never been so rewarding.