Your heart's health is important. A workshop on workplace wellness in September 2005 focused on heart health and obesity trends in the United States. Data from 1985 showed that fewer than 10% of U.S. adults were obese, defined as having a BMI over 30, though obesity rates have risen significantly since then.

1. Your Heart Matters
Workplace Training: Fall 2005 Wellness Series
Patty Melody, M.A.
Physical Education Department
Los Angeles Valley College
September 20, 2005 5-6pm PMRC

2. The United States

3. Obesity Trends* Among U.S. Adults
BRFSS, 1985
No Data <10% 10%–14%
(*BMI ≥30, or ~ 30 lbs overweight for 5’ 4” person)