Breathitt County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2017 - Jun 30, 2018
| 2021 - Get Moving Kentucky (Physical Activity Based Programs) | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2021.1) | 210 |
Number of those who reported knowledge gained about the benefits of spending time in physical activity |
| 2021.2) | 210 |
Number of people who demonstrated spending time in physical activity |
| 2021.3) | 2 |
Number of environmental changes implemented to support physical activity guidelines in the county (e.g., walking trails opened, equipment purchased and installed, bike paths built) |
| 2021.4) | 112 |
Number of individuals who experienced an increase in knowledge, opinions, skills, or aspirations regarding lifestyle changes (diet, stress management, etc.) that improve personal health |
| 2021.5) | 112 |
Number of individuals reporting adoption of physical activity practices |
Success Stories
Got Steps Walking Program
Author: Kayla Watts
Major Program: Get Moving Kentucky (Physical Activity Based Programs)
According to Kentucky County Healthcare Profiles: County Health Indicators from 2014, 15.8% of the adult population of Breathitt County has diabetes and 30.9% of the adult population is obese.Because physical activity is linked to better management of chronic diseases and lowering obesity rates, it is very important that Breathitt County citizens, particularly the mentioned populations, have access and motivation to participate in physical activities.Breathitt County Extension Agent for Fa
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