Physical Activity

The Oklahoma Nutrition Information & Education (ONIE) Project hosts the annual Let’s Get Moving 5k Walk/Run in Midwest City. Let’s Get Moving 2024 is coming up and with a little more than six weeks to go, we have a training plan to help you and your crew prepare to walk or run the 5k on […]

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 […]

Are you wanting to get active now that it's getting warmer? Here are our tips on how to stay active during warmer weather, including staying hydrated, dressing appropriately, finding cool places to exercise, and others!

We know it can be hard to find the motivation to get out and do something in the winter, especially as a family. Check out part 6 of our blog series about free family-friendly fun events happening this week in Oklahoma to kickstart your year with lots of family fun! Every Friday for the month […]

Winter means cold days with less daylight. It can be hard to find the motivation to get out and do something, especially as a family. Luckily, there are plenty of Oklahoma family fun events happening all throughout January to get your new year started right! Every Friday for the month of January, ONIE will be […]

It can be hard to find the motivation to get out and do something in the winter, especially as a family. Luckily, we are here to help! There are plenty of family fun events happening all throughout the state to give you and your family some fun family time. Every Friday for the month of […]

Finding fun activities to engage the whole family in the winter can be hard. Luckily, there are plenty of Oklahoma family fun events happening all throughout January to get your new year started right! Every Friday for the month of January, ONIE will be highlighting different family fun events in all regions of the state! […]

Happy New Year! If you’re looking for some simple ways to be a little healthier this new year, look no further!  We are here to help you make small, realistic changes to reach your health goals this year! Instead of big dinner plates, choose a smaller option. This is a simple trick to use for […]