Courtesy of WeRun313 & AAMWA
The African American Male Wellness Agency (AAMWA) has recently collaborated with WeRun313, the premier running club in Detroit. This new partnership is focused on advancing health and wellness programs specifically designed for Black men. AAMWA’s alliance with WeRun313 demonstrates its dedication to locally improving African American men’s overall health and wellness.
WeRun313, recognized for its lively and welcoming running gatherings, organizes the well-liked Two Mile Tuesday runs. These regular events have established themselves as a vital part of the running community in Detroit and throughout Michigan. The next run is scheduled for Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at 6 PM at Breadless, situated at 2760 Larned St.
Kenny R. Hampton, the President of AAMWA, emphasizes their recognition of the significance of comprehensive health and well-being, especially among Black men.
“We are proud to partner with a group like WeRun313, which is not only promoting physical fitness but also changing lives and improving health outcomes in Detroit,” Hampton said.
AAMWA’s broader initiatives to involve the community in health-centered activities leading up to Black Men’s Wellness Day on July 27, 2024, include this new collaboration with WeRun313. The event, aimed at enhancing health outcomes, will include a 5K walk/run, health screenings, and various community resources and will be held at Perfecting Church in Detroit, commencing at 7 AM.
Lance Woods, one of the co-founders of WeRun313, emphasizes the importance of Black individuals seeing a significant number of people within their community prioritizing their health.
“Running is a quick way to do that and involve others. It’s a way to bring the community together, while focusing on your physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional well-being,” Woods said.
The WeRun313 initiative was established in 2019 with the goal of promoting physical activity and community engagement in Detroit. The most recent event, which took place on the pedestrian path of the Dennis Archer Sr. Greenway this past Tuesday, successfully brought together members of the community.
Demetrius Scott, the Coordinator of the African American Male Wellness Agency (AAMWA) in Detroit, expressed his enthusiasm for collaborating with WeRun313, highlighting that the partnership signifies a collective dedication to promoting health and wellness within the community.
“Together, we aim to inspire more individuals to take charge of their health and well-being,” Scott said.
For more information about the Two Mile Tuesday run or Black Men’s Wellness Day, please visit aawellness.org or www.werun313.com
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