Retale.com has put together a very, very cool interactive map compiling a lot of sports data. Head over there to check out the entire thing and mess around with the features, but here is the breakdown of the “sportiest” states:
This map uses science to tell you which states are the sportiest
Which states have the lowest obesity rates? Which ones have the most Olympic medals per capita? It’s all in one map!
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[William Shatner voice] VERMOOONNNNNTTTTT!
Here is Retale’s write-up of Vermont, the sportiest state in the Union:
Vermont is a state for every season and a popular destination for tourists who want to fish in the summer; enjoy the vibrant colors of fall by bike or kayak; check out the myriad of ski resorts in winter; or take a winding hike through the state’s many backwoods in spring.
The Green Mountain State ranks #1 for athletics with more Gold Medals per one million inhabitants than any other state in the country. Vermont also ranks among the top three for the number of inhabitants meeting Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s recommended weekly aerobic activities. When it comes to active residents, the state ranked #3 for most commuters who either walk or bike to work. Whether you are a fit local or you want to enjoy the sports tourism Vermont has to offer, the state claims the #1 spot for sportiest state.
There are a lot of other cool features, so go check out the full map. By the way, you’re never going to guess which state has the most Crossfit boxes per capita. Seriously, never.
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