The ONIE Blog

Every athlete has a moment where they learn the importance of hydration. Or, should I say the negative effects of dehydration.  One day in high school, I forgot to bring my refillable water bottle, and I didn’t drink water all day. During after-school track practice, I couldn’t figure out why it took so much more […]

Physical activity can be hard, especially when trying to juggle work and family life. You don’t have to hit the gym every day to feel many of the health benefits related to physical activity. Squeezing in just 10 minutes of physical activity each day has proven to have many benefits to your health. Walking is […]

Whether you are already physically active or just starting out, we’re happy you’ve made the decision to get moving as a family! Often with a new goal, it can be difficult to know where and how to start. Adding activity to your daily life may seem like a big task, but it can feel easy […]

You can use pacing techniques during walking, running, or other daily activities. Understanding how to pace yourself can make a big difference in your fitness journey. Pacing allows you to improve the way you move so that you can conserve energy efficiently, increase endurance, and prevent injury during your activity.  Pacing conserves energy. If you […]

The Oklahoma Nutrition Information & Education (ONIE) Project hosts the annual Let’s Get Moving 2k Walk/Run in Lawton, OK. Let’s Get Moving Lawton 2025 is coming up and with six weeks to go, we have a training plan to help you and your crew prepare to walk or run the 2k on Saturday, July 12th […]

Let’s Get Moving 2024 is coming up! We have about six weeks to go, and we have a NEW tool to help you and your crew prepare to walk or run the 5k on October 20th at Joe B. Barnes Regional Park in Midwest City! Download the 2024 LGM Activity Log to track the whole […]

You can use pacing techniques to walk, run or during any daily activity. Understanding how to pace yourself can make all the difference in your fitness journey. Pacing allows you to improve the way you move so that you can conserve energy efficiently, increase endurance, and prevent injuries during your activity.  Pacing conserves energy. If […]

Need an exercise partner? Your canine companion might be the perfect workout buddy. Whether visiting a dog park, hitting the trails, or playing at home, we have listed some fun ways to be active with your furry friend.  Hit the Trails  Midwest city offers many parks with walking/running trails for you and your furry friend. […]

Physical activity is important for kids’ growth however weather conditions or finding an outdoor location can be difficult for kids to be active. Whether you are dealing with a rainy or sunny day, we’ve got you covered with some relay race ideas to get your kids moving anywhere.  Indoor Relay Race  Obstacle Course Relay: Create […]

So, you’ve decided you want to be more active. The American Heart Association recommends moderate physical activity for at least 150 minutes each week to promote a healthy lifestyle and prevent disease. Walking is an accessible way to reach this recommendation. A question you may be asking is, “But how far?” Often the hardest part […]

Some varieties of summer squash are available year round at grocery stores but are the freshest from April to September at Oklahoma farmers markets.  Varieties of Summer Squash Patty Pan squash is a small, round squash with scalloped edges. It comes in colors such as green, yellow and white. It is known for its tender flesh […]

Leave the soups and stews for winter.  Salads are a great recipe for summer that can help keep you cool and avoid heating up your kitchen. These cool summer recipes are far from your typical chopped salad that will leave you full and satisfied! Choose Homemade Cool Summer Recipes Shrimp Ceviche This recipe has a […]