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| Health | Nutrition | Physical Activity |
American Heart Association - Healthy Lifestyle
American Institute for Cancer Research
Community Health Partners - Find out about programs offered through Community Health Partners for physical activity, nutrition, tobacco prevention/cessation, and many other topics.
Healthy Places- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) - As the leading public health agency in the United States, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) scientifically considers all factors that affect the health of the nation. As we embark into the 21st century, the interaction between people and their environments, natural as well as human-made, continues to emerge as a major issue concerning public health.
Lorain County General Health District - The Lorain County General Health District, promoting health and preventing disease in Lorain County.
FruitsandVeggiesMatter.gov - Check out the new Fruit & Veggies Matter Web site for tips, recipes, and more! You can find easy ways to add more fruits and vegetables into your daily eating patterns.
MyPyramid.gov - MyPyramid is your customized guide to good nutrition and physical activity.
OSU Extension Office, Lorain County - Nutrition information, 4-H programs for youth, community development and much, much more!
Small Steps - If you're interested in learning more about eating better and living a healthier lifestyle, you may want to check out this site. Daily tips and motivation along with up to date resources for the whole family.
Action For Healthy Kids - Action For Healthy Kids is a National initiative to increase the health and well-being of kids. Find resources on physical activity, nutrition and many other topics related to childrens health.
American Council on Exercise - The American Council on Exercise is the largest nonprofit fitness certification and education provider in the world. Widely recognized as "America's Authority on Fitness," ACE continually sets standards and protects the public against unqualified fitness professionals and unsafe or ineffective fitness products, programs and trends.
Creative Walking, Inc. - Creative Walking, Inc. is led by walking guru Robert Sweetgall. Find resources that will allow you to challenge yourself through walking and develop fun and easy team activities.
Elyria City Parks and Recreation - See what programs and resources the Elyria City Parks and Recreation program has to offer.
Geocaching - Everything you need to know to get started in Geocaching. This is a great way to get out for a walk with purpose. You'll have a blast!
Lorain County Community College - Check out the resources available at Lorain County Community College. Indoor walking track available to community. Follow link for details.
Lorain County Metro Parks - Walking trails, hiking trips, guided walks with naturalists, kids programs, and so much more! Find out what Lorain County Metro Parks has to offer.
PE Central - Get the latest information and ideas on physical activity for school age children from pe central. Great for teachers, parents, and any care givers!
Physcial Activity for Everyone
The Walking Site - This fantastic web site offers information on walking workouts, motivation, shoes and equipment, success stories, and much more.
