Extension
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| 2027 - Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices (general) | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2027.2) | 1 |
Number of healthy lifestyle-related coalitions in which Extension is involved |
| 2027.3) | 0 |
Number of people that reported eating more of healthy foods |
| 2027.4) | 0 |
Number of individuals who made lifestyle changes (diet, exercise, managing stressors, etc.) for the purpose of improving their health |
| 2027.5) | 0 |
Number of individuals implementing personal health protection practices (screening, immunizations, well-baby care, preventive health practices, etc.) |
| 2027.6) | 0 |
Total weight (in pounds) lost by program participants |
| 2027.7) | 0 |
Total miles walked by program participants |
| 2027.1) | 0 |
Number of people reporting improved lifestyles through a focus on proper nutrition, disease and injury reduction and comprehensive health maintenance |
Author: Ashley Board
Major Program: Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices (general)
The Center for Disease Control reports that 33.2% of Kentucky residents are obese and only 16.6% of Kentuckians meet the aerobic and muscle strengthening guidelines. It is evident that an increased level of physical activity is essential. Physical activity has been shown to help individuals meet healthy weight goals, strengthen bones and muscles, improve mood, prevent falls, and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and some cancers. In order to addr
