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Active 2010
 Let's Get ACTIVE Owen Sound
and become one of Ontario's Healthiest Communities! Increase your health and well being through physical activity
The City of Owen Sound has taken the lead and challenges Owen Sound to become
one of the “Healthiest Communities” in Ontario.
Grey County Facts!
- 53.6% of Grey/Bruce residents are physically inactive (Stats Can 2001) = 47,743 people
- 40% of residents are overweight that the provincial average of 33%
- 17% of residents are considered obese versus the provincial average of 15%
- More residents are inactive than the provincial average (54% vs. 50%)
- Females are less active than males 58% vs 50%
Physical Activity
- improves flexibility and strength
- the average person walks 2,000 more steps a day while wearing a pedometer
- youth are less likely to use tobacco, alcohol and other drugs
- reduces the risk of coronary heart disease, diabetes and stroke
- prolongs independence for Seniors
- increases life expectancy
- contributes to a healthy lifestyle - reduces stress & depression
- enhances social interactions
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