July 11, 2026 Issue, Page 9 of 10

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The Elk City News SATURDAY, JULY 11, 2026 • 9 Weekly Oklahoma Oil and Gas Proudly Brought to you by: Oil & Gas Report for the State of Oklahoma for June 30 - July 6, 2026 Fitting in exercise while beating the summer heat By Trisha Gedon and late evenings typically offer on your favorite upbeat music tensity aerobic activity per the lowest temperatures and less and dancing.” week, or 75 to 150 minutes of STILLWATER, Okla. – Ex- direct sunlight than the middle According to the U.S. De- vigorous-intensity activity per ercise is a key part of a healthy of the afternoon.” partment of Health and Hu- week. lifestyle, but being physically Wearing lightweight, man Services’ Physical Activity “It’s important to work on active in Oklahoma’s intense loose-fitting clothing helps Guidelines for Americans, the muscle-strengthening, too,” Ga- heat may prompt people to skip regulate body temperature. amount and type of activity bel said. “Try to target all major their regular routine. For those new to an exercise changes across the lifespan. muscle groups, including legs, Regular exercise offers nu- program, ease into it gradual- “It’s never too early to get hips, back, abdomen, chest, merous health benefits for ly to help acclimate to warmer children interested in physical shoulders and arms.” people of all ages, including weather. activity. It’s important for chil- Adults over 65 should fol- improved heart health and in- For those who prefer exercis- dren ages 3 to 5 to be active low the guidelines for 18- to creased energy levels, but when ing indoors, there’s no limit to throughout the day to enhance 64-year-olds as much as their the temperature climbs, there is what can be achieved. Stream- growth and development,” Ga- health and abilities allow. Focus a risk for heat-related injuries. ing services offer a variety of bel said. “This age group should on multicomponent physical As Oklahomans delve further options for exercise – from Pi- be encouraged to participate activity that combines balance into summer, finding alterna- lates to yoga to high-intensity in active play for at least three training, aerobic activity and tive ways to stay physically ac- interval training. Remember, hours per day. This is a combi- muscle strengthening. tive without overheating is vital. everyday chores, including nation of light, moderate and “When the weather warms Making exercise an inte- vacuuming or mopping floors, vigorous intensity. Focus on a up, it can be tough to maintain gral part of everyday life from or yard and garden work, can variety of movements, includ- an exercise routine if you’re ac- an early age can help ensure elevate the heart rate for some ing throwing, skipping and customed to exercising outside,” people stay physically active cardio. People can use their tumbling.” Gabel said. “With a little modi- throughout their lives, said own body weight for resistance Children and adolescents fication, exercising indoors can Candy Gabel, state coordinator training with activities such ages 6 to 18 should aim for at be just as effective and reward- for Oklahoma State University as lunges, squats, push-ups or least 60 minutes of moder- ing. The key is consistency, not Extension’s Community Nutri- planks. Walking up and down ate-to-vigorous physical activity where you exercise.” tion Education Programs. stairs is also a good cardiovas- every day. Try to include aer- “You don’t need a gym mem- cular workout. obic activity and muscle- and OSU Extension uses re- bership to make exercise a part “Another idea is turning bone-strengthening activities. search-based information to of your everyday activity,” she said. “The key is avoiding the heat, not the exercise. If being watching television into an ac- tive activity. Challenge yourself to do jumping jacks, stretches or Push-ups, jumping rope, bicy- cling and gymnastics are great ways to accomplish this goal. help all Oklahomans solve local issues and concerns, promote leadership and manage resourc- The next generation of outside to exercise is important to you, do it during the coolest part of the day. Early mornings planks during each commercial break,” Gabel said. “You can also throw a dance party by putting It’s recommended that adults up to age 64 participate in 150 to 300 minutes of moderate-in- es wisely throughout the state’s 77 counties. Most information is available at little to no cost. hunters needs you! Celebrate the 250th Anniversa- cessing/butchering, cooking, pho- ry of the United States of America tography, and first aid. by sharing the tradition of hunting The Oklahoma Youth Hunting with the next generation. Program’s goal is to build future The Oklahoma Youth Hunting hunters, one trip at a time. This Program is looking for dedicated organization is made up of sports- volunteers to mentor first-time men and sportswomen dedicat- hunters and their guardian at a spe- ed to introducing 10–17-year-old cial deer camp and hunt this fall. non-hunters to the sport of hunting. The camp and hunt will take place The volunteer training work- during the Youth Deer Gun Season, shop will take place from 10 a.m. – October 16-18, 2026. 4 p.m., on July 18, 2026, at 2214 E Volunteers are needed to help Hwy 152, Mustang, OK. with marketing, data management, A cooking demonstration and administration, guiding, deer pro- lunch will be provided.