Fitness: Adding More Activity To Your Life
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Introduction
If you have decided to get more active, congratulations! Making that decision is an important first step in becoming a healthier person.
Keep these key points in mind:
- Being fit helps you look and feel your best and reduces your risk for a heart attack, diabetes, high blood pressure, and some cancers.
- Knowing why you want to get more active can help you make a change.
- Start with small, short-term goals that you can reach pretty easily. It's easier to stick to something new when you have early, frequent successes.
- Support from family and friends can go a long way toward helping you find success in becoming more active. Don't be afraid to let them know what you're trying to do—and ask for their help.
- If you're worried about how more activity might affect your health, have a checkup before you start. Follow any special advice that your doctor gives you for getting a smart start.
What is involved in getting more active?
Why do you want to get more active?
How do you start getting active?
Where do you go from here?
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| Last updated: | December 27, 2007 |
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| Author: | Cynthia Tank |
| Reviewed By: | Catherine D. Serio, PhD - Behavioral Health, Heather Chambliss, PhD - Exercise Science/Weight Management |
| Editors: | Katy E. Magee, MA, Michele Cronen |
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