Fitness Tips

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Regular physical activity reduces the risk for many diseases, helps control weight, and strengthen muscles, bones, and joints.

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Be active. The safest and most effective way to lose weight is to reduce calories and increase physical activity.

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Aim for a healthy weight. People who need to lose weight should do so gradually, at a rate of one-half to two pounds per week.

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Calorie balance is like a scale. To remain in balance and maintain your body weight, the calories consumed (from the food) must be balanced by the calories used (in normal body functions, daily activities, and physical activity).

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Remember to do squats! They strengthen all of the major muscles of the lower body.

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"Eat your fruits and vegetables." Healthy diets rich in fruits and vegetables may reduce the risk of cancer and chronic diseases.

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Lift weights. It is a myth that women who lift weights will get bulky muscles.

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Did you overeat this holiday weekend? Don't feel guilty about it, because it is O. K. to let go every now and then. But, recommit today to eat well and keep exercising.

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Be physically active, at a moderate intensity for at least 30 minutes most days of the week.

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Hang a Food Pyramid chart on your wall to remind you to eat accordingly.

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Don't forget to drink plenty of water! When you are participating in vigorous physical activity, it's important to drink before you feel thirsty.

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Stay motivated! Surround yourself with fitness reminders at home, work, and on the computer.

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At times, you will not feel like exercising. If you're just feeling a little tired or low on energy, go ahead and try to complete your routine. The workout will boost your energy level and your mood.

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Enroll in a class, such as ballroom dancing, yoga, or even in pottery making.

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when you accomplish one of your short-term or long-term goals, make sure that you reward yourself well!

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Identify what you want to accomplish with your health, strength and weight. Set goals to plan for success.

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Want to stay young? Scientific research has shown that exercise can slow the physiological aging clock.

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Strength training is important for cardiac health because the risk of heart disease is lower when the body is leaner.

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Set a target weight for a specific occasion such as a vacation or family reunion.

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Do pushups, situps or other exercises during commercial breaks. Stretch during the show!

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Surround your self with people and things that remind you to live a healthy lifestyle.

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When older adults participate in strength training programs, their self-confidence and self-esteem improve, which has a strong impact on their overall quality of life.

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Eat breakfast so that you don't pig out later on.

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People who exercise regularly enjoy improved sleep quality. They fall asleep more quickly, sleep more deeply, awaken less often, and sleep longer.

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Join a sporting team with your friends.

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Who ever said physical activity is all work and no play? Participate in physical activities you enjoy!

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"Ultimately, I am what I choose to be; my self-esteem follows the same path."- Anonymous

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The key to making your muscles stronger is working them against resistance, whether that be from weights or gravity. If you want to gain muscle strength, try exercises such as lifting weight or rapidly taking the stairs.

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To improve your muscle endurance, try cardiorespiratory activities such as walking, jogging, bicycling or dancing.

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Good flexibility in the joints can help prevent injuries through all stages of life. If you want to improve your flexibility, try activities that lengthen the muscles such as swimming or basic stretching.

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"Physical fitness is not only one of the most important keys to a healthy body, it is the basic of dynamic and creative intellectual activity." John F. Kennedy