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Discover the benefits, Q&A, and tips for incorporating exercise into your life for increased energy, improved mood, and overall well-being. Determine your fitness level, set goals, and find time with easy strategies for various lifestyles. Start slow, stay motivated, and witness the positive impact on your health and happiness. Featuring ways to enjoy exercise on a budget, at home, work, and beyond.
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Dixon Healthcare Exercise for Life
Exercise Benefits • Gain energy and stamina • Feel and look healthier • Live longer and healthier
Exercise Q&A • How much do I need? • 30 minutes • Moderate intensity(such as brisk walking) • How can I lose weight? • Increase your activity gradually • The more active you are, the greater the benefits • How can I exercise on a budget? • Walk instead of drive • Turn household chores into workouts • Improvise with household items, such as canned goods instead of hand weights
Six Reasons to Exercise Exercise: • Brightens your mood • Can be fun • Reduces your health risks • Manages your weight • Strengthens your body • Improves the quality of your sleep
Getting Started Checklist • Determine your fitness level • Take your resting and active pulse rate • Time a one-mile walk • Design a plan • Set goals • Create a schedule • Choose activities you enjoy • Gather equipment • Take action • Start slowly • Add challenges gradually • Monitor your progress
Finding Time • At home • Wake up early • Combine chores and exercise • Involve others • Away from home • Join a team • Join a club • Plan active outings • At work • Commute actively • Take the stairs • Take fitness breaks • Involve your co-workers
Elementsof a Good Workout • Aerobic activity • Muscular fitness • Stretching • Core flexibility
Exercise Tips • Check with your doctor • Choose fun activities • Play music • Exercise with friends • Find a convenient time and place