According to some studies, taking more steps each day is linked to living a longer life. 74-year-old Atlanta resident Carolyn Hartfield stands as a testament to the benefits of staying active as a senior, and as a health and wellness coach, she’s passionate about sharing her love of the outdoors with other seniors. She has led group hikes in Georgia for more than a decade, and continues to do so once a month. She also leads a “Walk for Wellness” program, offering local and manageable experiences in city parks.
Hartfield joined “City Lights” producer Summer Evans via Zoom to talk more about how she shares the invigorating power of the outdoors.
Interview highlights:
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