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Getting Fit for Heart Day in Gadsden County

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GADSDEN CO., Fla. (WTXL) -- It's time to get heart healthy, and the Florida Department of Health wants to help you get there!

The Healthiest Weight Florida Heart Day 5K Run and Walk  is this weekend. It's also in celebration of World Heart Day, which is September 29.

It's all about raising awareness and educating the community about the benefits of maintaining a healthy weight through proper diet and physical activity.

There's competitions and kids activities, plus vendors will be on hand with information about local health resources and services.

Healthiest Weight Florida Heart Day 5K Walk and Run is Saturday, September 26 from 9 a.m. until noon. It's at Leisure Park (949 Hopkins Landing Road in Quincy), and it's free to take part.

For more information, call (850) 875-7200.