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Physical activity

A Matter of Balance

A Matter of Balance helps adults 60 years old and up realize that falls — and the fear of falling — are controllable. The program provides information on ways to change your environment to limit risk factors that contribute to falling, and will help you find strength and balance exercises to reduce your chances of falling.

Health Information for Men

Life expectancy for American men has been falling in recent years, widening an existing gap in the expected lifespans of men and women. The Health Information for Men (HIM) program aims to help change that by providing information on the latest findings on health-related topics.

Missouri Council for Activity and Nutrition (MOCAN)

MOCAN is a partner-driven council of professionals across the state collaborating to implement and support policy changes that will improve the health and quality of life of Missourians.

Performance Nutrition

Performance Nutrition: The Competitive Edge is a six-module program that shows athletes, parents and coaches how to use proper nutrition before, during and after competition to help athletes perform their best and avoid injury.

Solutions for Better Living | Cooking Fourth Edition

Solutions for Better Living | Cooking Third Edition

Sugar vs. Saltines Poster

Hunger Cues Poster

October 10, 2024 - December 16, 2024

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Level 3

October 28, 2024 - December 18, 2024

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Level 1

October 29, 2024 - December 21, 2024

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Level 1

October 30, 2024 - December 20, 2024

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Level 1

Banish the holiday blues

December 14, 2023

MU Extension receives CDC funding to promote nutrition, physical activity

July 24, 2023

Y partnership keeps seniors connected

June 28, 2022

400-plus accept the challenge: 100 Miles in 100 Days

June 23, 2021

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Provides consumers with a broad range of nutrition information, including tips, videos, articles and recipes.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Men's Health Statistics

U.S. men's health data.

National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion

Chronic diseases impose significant health and economic costs. Find information on preventing or managing them here.

Physical activity scavenger hunt (PDF)

Try this fun scavenger hunt with different challenges! Play as an individual, small group against others or as a family team. Created and reviewed by MU Extension nutrition and exercise education faculty and exercise physiologists.

Kelsey Weitzel

Associate Extension Professor

Stephen Ball

Professor, State Fitness Specialist

Bethany Bachmann

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Emily Barbee

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Melissa Cotton

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Katherine Deeken

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Allison Gunter

Extension Engagement Specialist

Tyler Hall

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Maude Harris

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Elizabeth McGinley

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Jim Meyer

Extension Engagement Specialist

Kristin Miller

Assistant Director, Health and Human Sciences

Sidney Patrick

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Jeremiah Terrell

Field Specialist in Human Development

Jessica Trussell

Field Specialist in Human Development

Sarah Wood

Assistant Extension Professor