Lauryn didn’t consider herself a runner, but when her cousin made a meaningful commitment in exchange for running the Bridge the Gap to Health Race half marathon together, she didn’t hesitate. What once felt impossible suddenly had purpose — and every mile became part of a promise worth keeping.
The Quincy Medical Group (QMG) Foundation is excited to announce that registration is now open for the 25th annual Bridge the Gap to Health Race on Saturday, May 10, 2025. Participants can choose from a 5K, 10K, or half marathon.
What is typically a busy season for many youth athletes in the area has come to a halt. Ongoing concerns surrounding COVID-19 have led to the cancellation or postponement of many spring and summer sports.
It’s no surprise that 80% of Americans do not meet the recommendations for physical activity. We are more sedentary than ever. We sit in the car on the way to work, we sit at work, and then we go home and sit down to relax. Good news is it’s never too late (or early) to develop a manageable physical activity routine that works for you. Being healthy doesn’t mean you have to sweat it out at a gym for two hours every day – I promise what I am asking is much more manageable than that.
Perform these five movements every 60 – 90 minutes throughout the day. There’s no need to even leave your desk. In addition, try to stand up every 20 – 45 minutes and always be looking for ways to move more throughout your day.
September is Family Fitness Month, and a great time to get active with your family. Below are creative ways to transform the game of tag, and get active while having fun!