SPRINGFIELD, VIRGINIA (April 1, 2025) – Sheehy Auto Stores is proud to partner with the American Heart Association (AHA) to present National Walking Day 2025: Walk More. Stress Less. This free, public event will take place on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at The St. James sports complex in Springfield, VA, encouraging the community to get active, reduce stress, and prioritize heart health.
This event kicks off the annual partnership between Sheehy Auto Stores and the American Heart Association, including the Sheehy Has Heart Sales Event set for May 1 – June 30. The Sheehy Has Heart Sales Event helps raise over $250,000 every year for the Greater Washington Region Area and has resulted in over $3 million donated over the past decade.
“Sheehy Auto Stores is deeply committed to advancing heart health and helping the American Heart Association combat heart disease and stroke,” said Vince Sheehy, President of Sheehy Auto Stores. “National Walking Day is the perfect way to launch this year’s partnership, bringing our communities together to move more, stress less, and take proactive steps toward healthier lives.”
National Walking Day 2025 Highlights:
· A Walking Challenge to get everyone moving
· Interactive Fitness Demos led by the professional rugby team, Old Glory DC
· Healthy Cooking Demonstrations showcasing heart-smart recipes
· Hands-only CPR Training to empower participants with lifesaving skills
· Group Exercise Sessions, including Yoga, Tabata, Pilates, and Zumba, led by expert trainers from The St. James.
· Live Music & Giveaways from the 97.1 WASH-FM Street Team
Check-in opens at 7:30 AM, with activities beginning at 8:00 AM. No advanced registration or RSVP is required—just show up ready to #MoveMoreDC!
“Together with Sheehy Auto Stores, we’re making powerful strides toward healthier lives and stronger hearts,” said Soula Antoniou, Executive Director of the American Heart Association, Greater Washington Region. “Sheehy’s commitment to our mission is inspiring, and their community-focused efforts continue to make an incredible impact.”
The event will take place at The St. James, located at 6805 Industrial Rd, Springfield, VA 22151.
For more information, please contact ESGWRHeartWalk@heart.org or visit sheehyhasheart.org.
About Sheehy Auto Stores, Inc.
Sheehy Auto Stores is one of the Top 30 Private Dealer groups in the country. The company has been family-owned and operated since its formation in 1966 as a single Ford dealership. Sheehy’s growth to nearly $2 billion in sales and 45,000 new and used vehicles annually has been based on adherence to their Mission Statement: “One team building a lasting relationship with each customer based on trust.” The company operates in the Mid-Atlantic region with 29 stores from Richmond to Baltimore, and from Annapolis to Hagerstown. Their brands include GMC, Ford, Honda, Lincoln, Subaru, Mazda, Lexus, INFINITI, Toyota, Volkswagen, Hyundai, and Nissan. Sheehy’s focus and execution on customer loyalty have earned its distinction as one of the premier retailers for each of the manufacturers it represents. For more information, visit www.sheehy.com.
