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Oct
October 1, 2024

Countdown to LGM: Stay Hydrated

A countdown to the annual Let’s Get Moving (LGM) Midwest City 5k has begun! Join us on Sunday, October 20th for free family fun for all ages. Bring your friends, too – the more, the merrier! The health expo begins at 1:30pm, and our walk/race will begin at 3 from Joe B. Barnes Regional Park. […]

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Oct
October 1, 2024

Pre-race Hydration: How to prepare for LGM

It’s that time of the year! The annual Midwest City Let’s Get Moving (LGM) 5K is on October 20th , which is a FREE family fun run open to the public. Most 5K events have sign up fees between $20-$35 dollars, which makes it expensive for families to participate together.  To answer this challenge, we […]

Cooking Tips & Tricks Physical Activity
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May
May 31, 2024

Understanding Nutrition Labels

For some people, grocery shopping is an enjoyable experience where they can spend hours browsing through aisles and finding the perfect ingredient for their latest culinary creation. However, for others, deciding between two almost identical products is not fun, especially when they have a long list of other things to do.  You know what would […]

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May
May 31, 2024

Salt 101

We have all taken a bite of food, made a face, and declared “it needs more salt!”. Although salt helps flavor our favorite dishes, moderation is key. So, what happens when we eat too much salt? We’ve been warned about the dangers of too much salt, but we rarely hear the reasons why. Keep reading […]

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May
May 24, 2024

Trails In Lawton

Walking and hiking  are the perfect way for you and your family to be active while also enjoying the outdoors. Along with the physical benefits that hiking can offer, the activity has also proven to help with stress relief and improving sleeping habits. If you are in the Lawton area, there are a number of […]

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