Eat Better. Move More. Start Today.

We all can live healthier lives and protect ourselves from heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes by taking simple steps to eat better and move more. Get started by taking small steps, and making little changes at home, at work, and in your community.

Join the thousands of other people in the state who getting healthier and losing weight with Mass in Motion: Better health. It's your move.

Spread the Word.

Tell us about upcoming activities in your community that will help people eat better or move more.

Get Tips from the Experts!

Mass in Motion is proud to team up with 2 local celebrities to bring you tips on eating better and moving more. Get advice from renowned chef Jody Adams (owner of Rialto Restaurant in Cambridge) about shopping for delicious, healthy food that's also good for your wallet. Then watch Jody cook a meal you can make at home that's quick and tasty. Download recipe (RTF).

 

Looking to get more active? Learn how from Brandy Cruthid, the dynamic owner of Body by Brandy Fitness Center in Roxbury. Brandy will show you how you can start moving more, and give you tips for getting the most out of walking for better health.

Visit a Farmers' Market Near You.

Whether you live in the city or suburbs, there is a farmers' market near you. From now until the fall, you can find local growers with freshly-harvested fruits and vegetables in town squares, parks, and other public spaces. At many farmers' markets you'll also find other farm products, including baked goods, jams and jellies, maple products, honey, cheeses, flowers, and eggs.

 

Eating locally grown fruits and vegetables is good for you, and it may even save you a few dollars. Many farmers' markets have a festive atmosphere that makes them a fun place to shop. Take the kids, pick out what you'll be having for dinner together, and enjoy the great local produce of summer!