Memorial Hermann StepHEALTHY Programs

Lots of Fitness Fun at Acres Homes Highland/DeSoto Park

StepHealthy group walking & talking in the park

Memorial Hermann’s StepHEALTHY Programs in the Acres Homes Highland/DeSoto Park neighborhood are designed to empower communities with health education and the benefits of exercise to improve health and reduce the risks of chronic illnesses and diseases.

Take the first step for a better quality of life now and for generations to come!

Why Should You Walk?

Walking is one of the best physical activities to help improve your health and reduce the risks of chronic illness and diseases. StepHEALTHY programs offer a social connection as well as support for your health journey to help reduce your risk of:

  • Alzheimer's
  • Depression, stress & anxiety
  • Heart disease
  • Cancer
  • Diabetes
  • High blood pressure

Participate in Our Programs Led by Your Community Leader and Memorial Hermann Fitness Professionals

StepHEALTHY Walking Club

Monday through Friday
7:30 to 8:30 a.m.

A socially driven walking club that supports and encourages its community to use exercise to help meet their health goals and improve health and wellness for a better quality of life. Bring a friend and enjoy a self-guided walk in the park at any time for the best quality of life! Every step is a healthy step to improve health and wellness.

Walk with a Doc*

Second Saturday of every month
9 to 10 a.m.

Join us for a physician-led walk followed by a health presentation to learn how to self-manage and prevent chronic illness and diseases for a healthier quality of life.

Fit and Finance

Last Thursday of the month
6 to 7 p.m.

Pay yourself with the benefits of exercise. Memorial Hermann’s StepHEALTHY Fit and Finance is a free program that combines the health benefits of exercise with financial management education.

StepHEALTHY Highland map

Exercise Medicine Exercise Resources

To learn more email StepHEALTHY@memorialhermann.org or call (713) 338-5997. For more information, you also can call Highland Park Community Center at (713) 956-9137. or visit 3316 DeSoto St., Houston, TX 77091.

*“Walk with a Doc” and “Dancing with a Doc” dates and times are subject to change. Please email or call StepHEALTHY to confirm prior to attending.