Hospital executive leads walk focused on heart and brain health

The American Heart Association recently announced Gina Petrone Mumolie, DNP, MBA, RN NEA-BC, Sr. VP Hospital Administration, Capital Health, will serve as chairperson of the 2019 Central New Jersey Heart Walk scheduled for Sunday, October 13, 2019 at Thompson Park in Jamesburg, NJ.

The Central New Jersey Heart Walk, locally sponsored by NRG, Bristol Myers Squibb, Capital Health, RWJ Barnabas Health, Whole Foods Market and media sponsor NJBIZ and WIMG 1300 AM, brings hundreds of Central New Jersey families, organizations and businesses together annually for a fun-filled, cardiovascular wellness event.

As chair of the event, Mumolie will manage a volunteer executive leadership team whose mission is to recruit businesses, community groups and individual walkers while helping raise $395,000 to support the American Heart Association’s mission to be a relentless force for a world on longer, healthier lives.

“My family and I know firsthand the impact of the American Heart Association’s work," said Mumolie. "The American Heart Association’s research and resources help our communities live longer, healthier lives. I’m honored and excited to support their efforts as the 2019 Chair of the Central New Jersey Heart Walk."

Heart Walks are the signature community events for the American Heart Association’s Healthy For GoodTM movement, which encourages Americans to lead healthier lives by delivering science-based recommendations, tools, tips and motivation to build healthier behaviors. The walk also raises funds to support the fight against heart disease and stroke – our nation’s No. 1 and No. 5 leading causes of death. Held in more than 300 communities nationwide, the Heart Walk is designed to promote physical activity and heart-healthy living through a fun environment that’s rewarding for the entire family.

Four key areas ground the Healthy For GoodTM movement—Eat Smart, Add Color, Move More and Be Well. Unfortunately, about one in three adults participate in NO leisure time physical activity. Getting the recommended 150 minutes of moderate physical activity weekly is linked to lower risk of diseases, stronger bones and muscles, and improved mental health and mood. According to one study, just 25 minutes of brisk walking a day can add up to seven years of life expectancy. Regular exercise reduces the health effects of aging and increases the average lifespan.

As senior vice president for Capital Health, Mumolie is responsible for all patient and support services at Capital Health’s main hospital campuses and ambulatory centers. In addition to being a member of the American Heart Association’s South-Central New Jersey regional board of directors, Mumolie is also a member of multiple professional organizations, including the Organization of Nurse Executives of New Jersey, the American Organization of Nurse Executives, the American Nurses Association, and the New Jersey State Nurses Association.

To learn how you can join Mumolie at the American Heart Association Central New Jersey Heart Walk, visit www.centralnjheartwalk.org or call 609.223.3784.