# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Basics of Weighted Walking
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Join us at the Valley Community Center for an introduction to weighted walking — walking or hiking with weight — and discover how this simple, scalable activity can boost your health and wellness. We'll start with a brief discussion on the benefits and basics of weighted walking, followed by a 1–2 mile group walk. All fitness levels are welcome! Please bring comfortable footwear, a water bottle, and a backpack or weight vest with 10–20 lbs of weight. Come ready to move, learn, and connect with others on the path to better fitness.

This event is free and open to the community as part of Love You Des Moines Days.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/basics-of-weighted-walking/200030239899921
- **Event Categories**: health-wellness, trips-adventures
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: West Des Moines
- **state**: IA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 4444 Fuller Rd, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265
- **lat**: 41.55911
- **long**: -93.76265
- **full address**: 4444 Fuller Rd, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Basics of Weighted Walking being held?
  - **A:** Basics of Weighted Walking takes place on Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm at 4444 Fuller Rd, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Basics of Weighted Walking?
  - **A:** Basics of Weighted Walking is organized by Valley Community Center.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Basics of Weighted Walking is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in West Des Moines, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Basics of Weighted Walking sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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