Join the Movement! A little natural goes a long way with Ice Mountain® & the American Heart Association® START(SM) Program.
START!SM is built on a simple premise – walk more, drink well and you’ll live longer.
The American Heart Association’s signature fund-raising event, your local Start! Heart Walk is your opportunity to join together with co-workers, friends and family members to fight heart disease and stroke. It’s been shown that you may gain about two hours of life for each hour of regular exercise. You couldn’t find a better 2-4-1 deal if you tried!
Over 450 Heart Walks nationwide. Find one near you.
Join Us As We Donate $500,000
Nestlé Waters North America is donating $500,000 to American Heart Association® STARTSM program! How can you help?
Start Walking! Join or start a walk in your area to help raise awareness and promote a heart-healthy lifestyle.
Learn How to Start a Walk
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Start a Healthy Heart Routine!
Here are some ideas on how you can START! your own healthy heart routine, and get others involved!
Be Active
Did you know that physical inactivity is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease?¹ Exercising regularly and maintaining a healthy weight are important for heart health. Brisk walking and exercising for just 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week can reduce the risk of stroke, bad cholesterol (LDL) levels and high blood pressure.²
Stay Hydrated
Drinking water is a refreshing, no-calorie way to stay hydrated during exercise. Keeping hydrated helps your body function properly and maintains physical performance.
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Track Your Progress
The American Heart Association provides free online tools so you can keep an eye on your fitness progress. MyStart! tracks your activities, distance traveled, and what you’re eating. You can even create walking routes!
Try MyStart
*Nestlé Waters North America Inc. is proud to donate $500,000 to support Start!
¹American Heart Association Web site; http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=4563
²American Heart Association Web site; http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=3053031