Heat relief for local walkers.

HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL. Hoffman Estates Park District (HEParks) opened their indoor track, to the 50+ community, at the Triphahn Center this week for free usage during July and August.

"Moving every day is important for overall health," said Superintendent of Recreation Patrick Bodame. "With the heat and limited local locations available for indoor walking, the 50+ community needed a safe, cool place to walk during the day. HEParks has that available for them in the Triphahn Center."

Under Restore Illinois Phase 4 Guidelines, participants must pre-register for this free 50+ program. Interested walkers should enroll at HEParks.org with program ID# 235300 or in-person at the Triphahn Center, 1685 West Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates, during business hours. Hoffman Estates residency is not required.

July walking track hours are Monday-Friday 6:00 am-9:00 pm, Saturday 6:00 am-5:00 pm, and Sunday 7:00 am-5:00 pm. The track is available to walkers and runners, ages 13+, for $1 per visit, payable at the Triphahn Center front desk. An adult must accompany youth under 15 years.

In preparation for opening the indoor track, HEParks developed safety procedures to keep track patrons healthy. The district established a touchless system to allow patrons to enter the building, check-in, and use the track without interacting with surfaces. Following CDC guidelines, a disinfection schedule is in place for the indoor track. Patrons are required to wear face masks within all common areas of the facility, and walkers are encouraged to wear masks if able. Contact Patrick Bodame, 847-285-5565, pbodame@heparks.org with questions about the walking program and the indoor track.