Makoyoh'Sokoi - The Wolf Trail Program Expansion Project - Supporting Indigenous Women to Celebrate Good Health

Each MKS+ program has 20-25 participants and consists of the following: 12 Week INTENSE PHASE: 1) pre-program information and orientation session, and data collection/testing; 2) core weekly programming with the following three components: a) 45-60 minute exercise class, b) 15-20 minute nutrition and wellness education, and c) 15-30 minute sharing circle; 3) end of program celebration; 4) urban poling sessions; 5) introduction to local healthcare providers as identified as relevant for the group; 6) ongoing online support via private Facebook group; 7) daily pedometer tracking to provide immediate motivational feedback to participants. 6-12 Week FOLLOW-UP PHASE: 1) Program Facilitator contacts participants weekly to encourage healthy activities, address concerns as needed, and record weekly step counts; 2) encourages continued engagement in private Facebook group; 3) 15-30 minute nutrition and wellness education, and c) 15-45 minute sharing circle.