In Alaska, one in three children is overweight or obese. Childhood obesity with its associated health risks is the leading public health threat of our lifetimes. Increasing physical activity is an effective strategy to reduce childhood obesity and lower the risk of developing chronic health issues such as heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, and multiple cancers. Research shows that children who are physically active perform better academically, and have improved social skills and fewer behavioral problems. Healthy Futures is empowering Alaska's youth to build lifelong healthy physical activity habits through activity log challenges, event support, eduction and motivational Healthy Heroes.