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Do you live in a healthy hotspot? See where the most South Dakota residents are physically active.


Published on 2025-01-13 06:23:22 - MSN
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  • Northwell Health partnered with Stacker to examine data from the CDC's 2023 PLACES report and identified counties with the most physically active adults.

The article from MSN discusses the physical activity levels among South Dakota residents, highlighting which areas of the state are considered "healthy hotspots" due to higher rates of physical activity. It references data from the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, which shows that counties like Minnehaha, Pennington, and Lincoln have some of the highest rates of physical activity. These counties benefit from urban environments with more access to gyms, parks, and community sports programs. The article also touches on the broader implications of physical activity on health outcomes, noting that active lifestyles correlate with lower rates of obesity, heart disease, and other chronic conditions. Additionally, it points out disparities in physical activity levels, often linked to socioeconomic factors, with rural areas generally showing lower activity rates due to fewer facilities and longer distances to travel for exercise opportunities.

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