Who Can Benefit?
Adults — Do you find yourself making time for family and work, but little time for you? Strong and Healthy Oklahoma can teach you how to make time to be healthier where you live, work and learn. Older Adults — Have you ever thought it is too late to start taking care of your health? Just remember, it is never too late to find fun ways to spend time being active and eating your way to better health. Teens — Do you find keeping up with school, work, extracurricular activities, family and friends takes a lot of energy and can be very stressful? Let Strong and Healthy Oklahoma show you how to fit it all in and still have time for yourself. Kids — Are you spending a lot of time sitting in school, watching TV or playing video games? Strong and Healthy Oklahoma will give you fun ideas to get movin’ no matter where you are! Men — Are you being proactive when making your health decisions? It’s time to take charge of your own health. Strong and Healthy Oklahoma will show you how to add years to your life and life to your years. Women — Have you taken the time to listen to your body lately? Do you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death for women? Strong and Healthy Oklahoma will explain how to get heart-healthy. Don’t wait.  Start today. Rural Residents — Is it tough to live healthy in rural Oklahoma? Think again.  Strong and Healthy Oklahoma will show you trails and outdoor attractions you never knew existed. Check out the community resources near you.
Don’t Get Stuck in a Health Rut! Arthritis is a leading cause of disability in Oklahoma, but don’t let that stop you. People with arthritis can exercise to reduce the pain. Strong and Healthy Oklahoma will help you find an Arthritis Foundation exercise program near you. Diabetes is increasing in adults and children in Oklahoma. Did you know Type II diabetes is preventable and controllable just by eating better and moving more? High blood pressure is known as the silent killer. It often has no signs until a person suffers a heart attack or a stroke. Tips on this web site can help, so don’t put off until tomorrow what you can do today for a healthier heart. Tobacco use and secondhand smoke can cause and worsen many health problems.  There is no safe level of tobacco use. If you use tobacco, Strong and Healthy Oklahoma can help you find ways to quit, including (800) QUIT-NOW (784-8669). Mental health is just as important as physical health. Anxiety, depression and sadness affect many Oklahomans, but there is hope for living a healthier, happier life. Keep reading to learn how. Physical limitations don’t need to slow you down. There are many activities and resources available throughout Oklahoma to improve your health. Obesity affects more than 60 percent of Oklahomans. Even the small steps to eat better and move more will benefit your health. Use the information on this web site to help you find simple solutions to lose weight and feel better.

           Oklahoma City is going on a diet and you can join!  Mayor Mick Cornett has challenged Oklahoma City to lose 1,000,000 pounds by December 31st, 2008!  To find out how you can join, visit the website at www.thiscityisgoingonadiet.com!