When you register for this free adventure, you embark on a nostalgic virtual journey down the legendary highway — The Main Street of America — made famous in books, movies, and on TV.

To help inspire you to be more active, you'll travel from Chicago to Santa Monica (2,448 miles) by recording exercise minutes. One minute of activity equals one mile on the route. Time spent walking, biking, swimming, and playing tennis counts as exercise minutes, as do all activities that increase your heart rate and get you moving.

It’s an inspiring journey designed to help you get fit and have fun as you trace the famous route of this legendary highway — The Mother Road, Main Street of America — from the shores of Lake Michigan to the California Coast.

Choose any physical activities you like… whether you’re a thrill seeker or prefer the familiar walk around the neighborhood, Get Fit on Route 66 will help you build a fitness habit to last a lifetime. You’ll also learn about other healthy habits

Each day you choose the physical activity and record your time, then watch your vintage car move along the 2448 miles of America’s Highway — 1 minute of exercise equals 1 mile. The more you do, the faster you’ll go. For example, if you record 30 minutes of activity a day, 5 days a week, you’ll complete the program in approximately 16 weeks (most people take 12-17 weeks).

Everyone. With dozens of suggested activities — everything from archery to yoga — there are choices for every fitness level. Try something new or stick with a favorite. If you’re just starting out, 15 minutes of exercise at a time may be your goal. As you progress, aim for 30 minutes or more each day.

For greatest health benefits, set a realistic daily goal and aim for consistency.

If you’re ready to start down the road to better health, click on the register link now… and Get Fit on Route 66