Where Colorado Springs ranks among fittest cities
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Let's get moving. Take a walk. Do a plank. How about 10 push-ups? Or bust out some jumping jacks.
Why it matters: Turns out, we need it.
State of play: Colorado Springs ranks 40th out of 100 cities for its fitness level, according to a new report from the American College of Sports Medicine and the Elevance Health Foundation.
- The score is based on residents' health indicators, cities' parks and recreation infrastructure, environmental conditions and more.
The big picture: The highest-ranked cities generally have:
- Lower obesity and chronic disease rates.
- More residents who walk, bike and exercise regularly.
- Better access to parks, recreation facilities and active transportation.
The intrigue: Denver ranks No. 5.🙄
What they're saying: "The cities that consistently rank at the top aren't succeeding because of one program or one investment," former College of Sports Medicine president Stella Volpe said in a statement.
- "They've built systems that support healthier living over time. They are the ones creating environments where physical activity can easily become a part of everyday routines."
Between the lines: The report finds there are "two types of cities": One where "healthy choices are built into everyday life, and another where structural barriers continue to limit long-term health."
- Colorado Springs, at least according to this index, is middling at best.
💠Thought bubble: They must not consider all those summer and winter Olympians who train in the Springs.