Welcome to the Oregon Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports.

Our volunteers strive to improve the health and well-being of every Oregonian.  Created in 1994, the OGC recognizes individuals and cities throughout Oregon with Awards each year that acknowledge leadership and achievements that promote athletics and healthy lifestyles.  Join us on Facebook or on Twitter for more updates!

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Another Reason to Exercise: Longer Life!

At the recent 2011 Pacific Northwest Zone Long Course Masters Swimming Championships held at the Mt Hood CC Aquatic Center, there was a 92 AND a 90 year old swimmer in the same heat!  Not only do these gentlemen swim regularly at their age, they compete!  They also enjoy the fun and socializing with other swimmers of …

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Many multivitamins don’t have nutrients listed on label

A new review of popular multivitamins found that one in three did not contain the amount of nutrients claimed in their labels. According to a recent article on MSNBC.com.  Read the full article: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/43429680/ns/health-diet_and_nutrition/

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All but one state has obesity rate above 20 percent

In 1995 no state had an obesity rate above 20 percent. Now, all but one does.  According to a recent article in the Diet and Nutrition section on MSNBC.com.  Check it out:  http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/43670705/ns/health-diet_and_nutrition/?GT1=43001

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Welcome to the Oregon Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports.Another Reason to Exercise: Longer Life!Many multivitamins don’t have nutrients listed on labelAll but one state has obesity rate above 20 percent