Balance Through Physical Activity Balance Through Physical Activity “A healthy lifestyle not only changes your body; it changes your mind, your attitude, and your mood.” – Anonymous Introduction Physical Activities Building More Activity into Your Day Keeping Yourself on Track Resources Introduction You can be healthier by moving more each day. Move in any way you can: Wheel or walk to your destination instead of taking a car or bus Go out instead of staying home Break up your chores and do one thing each day If you are able, park farther from the store Take the stairs when you can instead of the elevator Dance to your favorite song in your kitchen Right for You Physical Activity Benefits Benefit Types Life Balance Return to Tabs Physical Activities What kinds of physical activities are best? That depends on what you like doing Fitness experts say a combination of aerobic, muscle-strengthening, and stretching activities are best for total physical fitness Types of Activities Exertion Playing it Safe Aerobic Activities Stretching & Strengthening Exercise Schedule Return to Tabs Building More Activity Into Your Day You have learned about the benefits of increased physical activity and some possible exercises to try Now, it is time to use your problem solving skills to plan how to include more physical activity in your day Remember that exercise contributes to your overall health and balance in each life area Getting Started Routine Return to Tabs Keeping Yourself on Track It is important to measure your progress as you increase your physical activity Monitoring your progress can help you reach your goals and stay motivated It also provides information about your physical activity program Monitoring Progress Keeping Motivated Physical Activity & Weight Return to Tabs Resources Session Worksheets My Pathway Planner My Pathway Planner.pdf My Pathway Planner.rtf My Pathway Planner Spanish.rtf Additional Resources National Center on Healthy, Physical Activity and Disability (NCHPAD) 1-800-900-8086 https://www.nchpad.org/ Post navigation Previous Previous post: The Power of AdvocacyNext Next post: Eating Well to Live Well
