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The Cooper Institute

Founded in 1970 by the "Father of Aerobics"
Kenneth H. Cooper MD, MPH

Recent Blog Posts

The Road to Developing Public Policy

Stay Healthy and Physically Active. In school, at home or anywhere.

Does Fitness Level in Midlife Translate to Developing Chronic Conditions in Later Life? The Cooper Center Longitudinal Study

87th Texas Legislature Success

Do you Need Water or a Sports Drink during Physical Activity?

Are Blood Levels of Omega-3 Fatty Acids Related to an Increased Risk of Developing Prostate Cancer?

Data Driven Research Continues to Impact Policy

Legendary “Father of Aerobics” Dr. Kenneth H. Cooper Turned 90

Watch Wellness Wednesdays: A new study from The Cooper Institute shows a huge drop in children's exercise in the pandemic. Dr. Andjelka Pavlovic joined NEWS 9 in Oklahoma City.

Fitness Is Still Important Tool for Overall Good Health, Despite Modern Medicine

UPDATE: Fitness Still Matters to Reduce all-Cause and Heart Disease Deaths, Despite Advances in Modern Medicine and Lifestyle Changes

The Cooper Institute Looks to Get Kids Active Again as Pandemic Continues