Oklahoma City Residents Lose One Million Pounds – Shed "Fattest City" Label

SILVER SPRING, MD – July 6, 2016 – Oklahoma City, Oklahoma is a city of true transformation. And local leaders and residents are delighted with the change. Other U.S. cities should consider following Oklahoma City’s lead.

In 2007, after being named America’s 2nd Fattest City by Men’s Fitness Magazine, Oklahoma City Mayor Mick Cornett took action to reverse his city’s unhealthy label.  He started a website – ThisCityIsGoingOnADiet.com – which provided fitness and lifestyle guidance to help local residents respond to their city’s negative image.

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