The Paiute Indian Tribe of Utah is spotlighting the benefits of miuxwayok, which is the Paiute term for moving, through its youth program. The program highlights how movement can boost attention and memory, decrease risks of depression, and help maintain body weight.
Regular physical activity combined with nutritious eating is described as essential to a balanced lifestyle and overall well-being. To promote these habits, a collaboration is being planned with the PITU Patient Outreach Program. This collaboration will include a fun game incorporating miuxwayok, and Patient Outreach Specialist Dennis Zepeda is organizing a youth snack activity featuring an apple nacho bar. Details regarding these activities are expected to be released soon.
The program suggests various ways to incorporate miuxwayok into daily life, such as practicing dance, visiting a local pumpkin patch, or taking morning and evening walks or runs. Additionally, the community is encouraged to participate in an upcoming Zombie Walk.
