fitness in Wyoming

Wyoming ranked 32nd for the percentage of adults that are overweight or obese, 47th for the percentage of adults with high cholesterol and 48th for the percentage of obese children.

The report ranked Wyoming as the 33rd "fattest state" overall, below the national average for overweight and obesity rates. The Cowboy State also ranked among the best states for healthy diets, physical activity and general fitness.

The percentage of obese adults in Wyoming has skyrocketed over the past 20 years, growing from 14% to 29% from 1995 to 2015.