Erie County
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Recent data indicates that the obesity rate among adults aged 45-64 in Erie County has reached 48%, the highest recorded for this age group. Additionally, adults aged 65 and older have seen an increase in obesity rates, reaching 34% between 2020 and 2022.
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Chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes are leading causes of death in Erie County, accounting for approximately 66% of all deaths each year.
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Approximately 19.7% of U.S. children aged 2 to 19 are classified as obese, affecting about 14.7 million individuals.
United States
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Nationally, the prevalence of obesity among adults aged 20 and over was 42.4% during 2017-2018.
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Similarly, across the U.S., these chronic diseases are the leading causes of death, contributing to significant morbidity and mortality nationwide.
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Approximately 19.7% of U.S. children aged 2 to 19 are classified as obese, affecting about 14.7 million individuals.
HEALTH
Health is a balanced state of physical strength, mental clarity, social connection, and lifestyle habits that support long-term well-being.
National Stats:
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42% of U.S. adults are obese.
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Physical inactivity contributes to 1 in 10 premature deaths annually.
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Obesity-related diseases cost $147 billion annually in healthcare.
Erie Stats:
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35% of Erie residents are obese.
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25% report no physical activity outside work.
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Erie County ranks among the worst in Pennsylvania for preventable diseases.
Physical Health
Mental
Health
Social
Health
Nutritional Health
Lifestyle Health
Strong body, free of chronic illness, with regular exercise and good nutrition.
Clear mind, ability to handle stress, and positive outlook.
Supportive relationships and a sense of belonging.
Balanced diet with real, whole foods.
Active daily habits that promote long-term wellness.
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Unhealthy Living Leads To
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42% of U.S. adults are obese
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1 in 5 kids are overweight
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60% of adults don’t get enough physical activity
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Healthy
Living Can
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Reduce risk of heart disease by 80%
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Cut diabetes risk by 90%
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Increase lifespan by 10+ years
The Health Crisis in Erie and Beyond
The numbers don’t lie—our community is in crisis. Let’s change the stats together.
Our Mission: Make Erie Healthy Again
To empower individuals, families, and businesses to prioritize fitness, nutrition, and sustainable healthy living.
Real Stories Real Impact
Fitness and healthy living have transformed lives in Erie—yours could be next.
Free Resources to Get You Started
No excuses—these tools will set you on the path to success.
Let’s Talk!
Have questions? Ready to get started?
Reach out to us today.
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Address: Erie Fitness Academy
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Phone: (814) 759-3161
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Email: info@eriefitnessacademy.com