AAMU Extension Health & Nutrition

Episodes 1 & 2 have been released for the new Food Defenders Podcast. Please check it out at the links below:

Extension website link: https://www.aces.edu/blog/podcast/season-1-episode-2-food-product-innovation-center/
Apple Podcast link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/food-defenders/id1896463234
Spotify Podcast link: https://open.spotify.com/show/033cJFOQHGoDnZxbswIP4c?si=yRBsAVYPToau-K41TRvnzA

Food Defenders Podcast · Alabama Cooperative Extension System · Food Defenders is a podcast dedicated to helping people better understand the science, risks, and everyday realities of food safety. Hosted by Terence Martin, an Alabama Extension food safety and quality specialist at Alabama A&M University, this se...

Partner Highlight! A nutrition labels presentation collabration with Health and Nutrition Agent Annetti Felton and Regional Diabetes Extension Agent Regina Meadows at First Missionary Baptist Church, Anniston, AL.

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We are excited to invite you and your community partners to join the Walking Like a CHAMPION Challenge. Walking Like a CHAMPION is an energizing, community-focused program designed to get youth and adults moving, motivated, and thriving! This dynamic program promotes regular physical activity while helping participants reduce key risk factors associated with chronic diseases, including obesity, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and certain cancers.
Participants will enjoy interactive and fun movement sessions featuring walking, aerobic dance, and muscle-strengthening activities designed for all fitness levels and focused on building strength, endurance, and confidence. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to elevate your routine, this program meets you where you are and encourages progress at your own pace.
We’re excited to partner with the Virginia Caples Lifelong Learning Institute (VCLLI) to launch a Walking Challenge from March 1 through April 30, 2026. This challenge encourages participants to stay active, have fun with friendly competition, and build healthy habits together.
Program Sign-Up Begins: Monday, February 9, 2026
Challenge Dates: March 1 – April 30, 2026
Signup. Lace up. Let’s get walking—like CHAMPIONS!