HEALTH PROMOTION NUTRITION, PHYSICAL ACTIVITY, & OBESITY Health benefits of physical activity: Improved sleep. Increased ability to perform everyday activities. Improved cognitive ability and a reduced risk of dementia. Improved bone and musculoskeletal health. Source: CDC NCCDPHP WI DHS - Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity Resources CDC - Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity MENTAL HEALTH - Visit our Mental Health Page YMCA Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program Personalized support for individuals with hypertension, includes nutrition education. Eligible individuals can enroll at any time. For more information, contact: kkalkhoff@ymcamke.org Diabetes Prevention Program Yearlong program for individuals at risk for type 2 diabetes. January 4, 2023 – December 13, 2023 Wednesdays, 10:00-11:00 AM For more information, contact: kkalkhoff@ymcamke.org LIVESTRONG at the YMCA Small group exercise program for adult cancer survivors January 10-March 30, 2023 Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1:00-2:30 PM For more information, contact: kkalkhoff@ymcamke.org Moving For Better Balance Falls prevention program based on the principles of Tai Chi. January 10-March 30, 2023 Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11:00 AM-12:00 PM For more information, contact: kkalkhoff@ymcamke.org
3 IN 4 ADULTS do not get enough physical activity. 4 IN 5 STUDENTS in high school do not get enough physical activity. $117 BILLION in annual health care costs are related to low physical activity.