Friday, August 5, 2011

Get moving

Physical Activity – How much, how long?

Everybody needs to be active. We need to keep our bodies healthy, not just through nutrition, but also through movement and vice versa. Being active helps prevent things like diabetes, heart disease, osteoporosis, high blood pressure, certain types of cancer, and premature death. So what do we need to do?

Resistance Training – muscle and bone strengthening activities
Weights, body weight, machines, bands, etc
How often: 2-3 times per week


Cardiovascular training – moderate to vigorous activity
Moderate – Brisk walking, Bike riding Vigorous – Jogging, cross-country skiing
150+ per week, a minimum of 10 minutes each time (to start)

Flexibility training – stretching and relaxation
Recommended to be performed 4-7 days per week for 5-10 minutes each time

Where are you now? Do you follow the guidelines? Need help getting started?
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