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AYA's five Homeland walking partners appear in chronological order. From left to right: Akanowa, Hikatubby, Mah Wah Ta, Solomon and Eliza. AYA's and the Chickasaw Nation's logos are in the left bottom corner.

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AYA Takes You Home to the Chickasaw Homeland

If you are just getting to know the AYA Walk app, the Homeland Journey is one of the easiest and most meaningful ways to dive in. AYA Walk is a free app turningyour everyday steps into a cultural journey, guiding you in reverse along the Chickasaw...

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A path with fall colored trees on both sides in red, orange and yellow. The AYA logo and Chickasaw Nation logo are in the left bottom corner on an orange background.

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Fall Fitness Ideas to Stay Active and Connected with AYA Walk

Make the most of cooler weather, colorful landscapes and seasonal activities to support your health this fall.

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A mom and daughter are holding hands while walking on a paved road, pursuing fitness together. The eye-ah logo and Chickasaw nation logo are in the left-bottom corner.

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Back-to-School Family Fitness Tips: Simple Ways to Stay Active Together

Back-to-school season brings new routines, busy schedules and a lot to juggle for families. Between early mornings, homework and extracurricular...

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A person, visible from the legs down, is walking on an outdoor concrete path in blue tennis shows. The AYA logo and Chickasaw Nation logo are on a light blue background in the lefthand corner.

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Walk with Purpose: Making Fitness Fun and Enjoyable

In today’s fast-paced world, finding time and motivation for exercise can feel overwhelming, but what if fitness did not feel like a chore? What if...

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Watermelon, a fruit that is an excellent source of water for hydration, sliced for serving. The AYA logo and Chickasaw Nation logo are on a red background in the lefthand corner.

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Health Tips from AYA Walk: H2O—The Importance of Staying Hydrated

Dr. Judy Goforth Parker, commissioner of health policy for the Chickasaw Nation, offers tips to stay hydrated as you exercise, work or play outside....

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What is Mindful Walking?

Are you feeling overwhelmed or stressed lately? Sometimes, all we need is a gentle reminder to slow down and connect with the present moment....

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From Pages to Paths: How Literature Shapes AYA Walking Partners

Ever wondered how AYA walking partners came to life? It is a story as rich and textured as Chickasaw heritage itself. In this post, we will take you...

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Walk, Learn and Connect: AYA Transforms Your Fitness Journey into a Cultural Exploration

Cultural Immersion on the Forefront of Health: AYA Content Benefits Body, Mind and Spirit

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A English to Chickasaw dictionary is open to a page providing Chickasaw language translations of English words with a pronunciation guide. Diagonally across the bottom left corner is a green banner with the AYA and Chickasaw Nation logos.

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Embrace Chickasaw Wisdom: Learn Actionable Words from the AYA App for Everyday Life

Discover Chickasaw Words You Can Use: The AYA app takes you on a transformative fitness journey and opens the door to the beautiful Chickasaw...

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Two people, one in a traditional Chickasaw ribbon shirt with red ribbons and one in a pink and purple traditional Chickasaw dress are holding hands. In the left corner of the image is a red triangle with the AYA and Chickasaw Nation logos.

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Refresh Your Mind by Connecting to Chickasaw Culture

We all have a deep need for connection and belonging. There can be immense mental health benefits from connecting to the culture, history and...

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