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(Session Header Image): A man in goggles swims in his lane, as viewed from beneath the surface of the water. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Chelsea Flowers)

Physical Activity



Physical Activity

“Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live.”

– Jim Rohn, Motivational Speaker





Man with prosthetic legs rock climbing

Introduction

This session examines the benefits of physical activity and explores ways to increase your physical activity. You will learn how being more active can help you stay healthy, so you can work toward your goals.

This session can help you:

  • Learn how active you are now
  • Learn how you can be more active
  • Develop a plan to increase your activity level
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Man exercising in a gym

Exploring Activities

  • There are creative ways for most people to engage in physical activity
  • Some of these activities may be of interest to you
  • Exercise, physical activity, or being active does not always mean “working out”
  • Keep in mind that being active includes doing things outside of your home, like going shopping, attending a social event, or doing chores
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Woman using assistive exercise equipment

Increasing Activity

  • Increased physical activity means spending more time moving your body most days
  • First, determine the amount of time you spend each week doing physical activities
  • Take a look at your checklist to see where you are starting
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Man using crutches to walk down a sidewalk

Planning

  • Planning can help you stay committed and motivated
  • Think about how you can make new activities a normal part of your life
  • Planning involves learning about and choosing the right activities, settings, and equipment for you, and then working them into your schedule
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Resources

Session Worksheets

My Physical Activity Level Checklist

Online Resources

National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability

Move United provides adaptive sports opportunities to people with disabilities to develop independence, confidence, and become stronger every day through participation in sports, including recreation, competition & education programs.

Adaptive Adventures is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides progressive outdoor sports opportunities to improve quality of life for children, adults and veterans with physical disabilities and their families.

DREAM! Adaptive Recreation provides year-round outdoor adaptive recreational opportunities for individuals ages 5 to adults with physical, cognitive, intellectual, developmental and sensory challenges, including Military Veterans.

 

Physical Activity Tools & Tips:

Physical Activity Examples:

Video Credits

Ann Twirls

Becky Malewitz

National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability

Robard Corporation



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