What makes the place in which you live conducive to weight loss?
In a recent article in Prevention Dr. Robin Blackstone, a founding member of the Obesity Action Coalition stated, “Community factors such as bike lanes, safe places to exercise, and regular farmer’s markets can promote weight loss.” These cities and towns that were listed in the top eight best United States cities for weight loss have an environment that supports healthy living. There might be recreation opportunities or easy access to healthy. The Obesity Action Coalition offers a variety of free educational resources on obesity. OAC is an advocacy group, which encourages others to become their own advocates.
- Barnstable, MA was in the top eight of this esteemed group.
- Barnstable is composed of seven villages.
- Barnstable is a tourist destination with many famous Bostonians spending summers there. Some include Presidents Ulysses S. Grant and Grover Cleveland. However, the most famous family to summer in the town was, and remains, the Kennedy family, who can still be found living in the Kennedy Compound in Hyannis Port. It was the summer home of President John F. Kennedy during his administration, and it was likewise the home of Senator Ted Kennedy until his death.
Along with the cute shops that make walking a fun activity, Barnstable’s many beaches make beach and water activities easy. Residents tend to exercise regularly, eat well, enjoy fruits and veggies, and not smoke, according to the Gallup poll.
- Fitness 500 Club located at 540 Main Street in Hyannis.
- Curves is located at 1600 Falmouth Road in Centerville.
- Gym Express is located at 1664 Falmouth Road in Centerville.
Green Harvest Organic Farmers Market at Barnstable County Fairgrounds
Barnstable Food and Farmers’ Markets
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