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Physical Activity

When you think of physical activity think of movement of the body.  Physical activity uses a great deal of energy because you are working the body more. Even your every day tasks can allow you to become more physically fit, whether your activities are moderate or intense.   It is good for the body to work up a sweat, increase heart rate and circulation. 

Examples of moderate physical activities

• Walking Briskly
• Gardening
• Vacuuming
• Washing Your Car
• Dancing
• Hiking
• Golfing (without the golf-cart)

Examples of intense physical activities

• Aerobics
• Basketball
• Running
• Jogging
• Bicycling
• Swimming
• Weight Lifting

The goal is to do some form of physical activity every day for 30 minutes.  For those who have been quite sedentary or inactive, take it slowly by selecting an activity that you feel comfortable doing with consistency for at least 5-10 minutes a day.  You can start building up slowly to your desired personal goal. 

Why is physical activity important?

It can reduce your risk for heart disease, colon cancer and diabetes.  It can help you control your blood pressure, maintain a healthy weight, and it serves as a stress reliever.  There are benefits in doing any kind of physical activity:

• Enhances quality of life
• Helps build and maintain bones, muscles and joints
• Improves mental health
• Expands longevity of life
• Reduces weight

You've heard it before:  You got to move it, move it, move it!!!

There are things you can do today to start working on your personal wellness goal.  Take the stairs instead of the elevators and escalators.  Park your car in the very rear of any parking lot and walk at a brisk pace to your destination.  Take up a new sport, dance more, wash and wax your car, walk your dog, play with kids and have fun!!!

Want to learn more about physical activity?

Get the facts and visit, http://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/sgr/fact.htm

The Body Mass Index (BMI) is a number used to screen for health problems associated with specific weight categories. The BMI is calculated from a person’s height and weight and provides an indicator of body fatness.

Visit the Center for Disease Control's web link below to learn more about your BMI.

http://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpa/bmi/index.htm