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By now we’ve all heard about the many benefits of an active lifestyle. But what exactly is an active lifestyle and what steps can we take to become more active?
Any regular physical activity that gets you up and moving can help support an active lifestyle. These activities could be as simple as walking or as intense as training for a marathon. It’s important that each individual assess their fitness level and incorporate activities appropriate with their level. Start slow to make it easier for the activity to become part of your daily routine. This requires consistency and discipline, and this is usually where the challenge comes in.
Why become more active?
Let’s face it, we all want the most out of life. Incorporating daily physical activity into our routine has benefits which go far beyond the activity itself. These benefits include:
How can I become more active?
Start by setting realistic goals. Maybe it’s walking for 30 minutes without becoming short of breath, losing some weight, or running a mile in under 10 minutes. Be reasonable and avoid putting too much pressure on yourself with unrealistic goals.
What are some tips to help stay on track?
Start slow and work up. Break your activities up by doing a few minutes at a time. Remember that some physical activity is better than none. Stand more than you sit. Your body uses more energy when you stand, so stand when you can, even if you cannot walk around.
Challenge yourself as your conditioning improves. More rigorous forms of physical activity such as hiking, running, lifting weights, tennis, swimming, jumping rope, cycling, or playing your favorite recreational sport can all be built into our daily routine.
Ask for support from the people in your life. Go for a walk after dinner with your family. Meet friends at the park. Take a break with a coworker and enjoy a walk.
Becoming more active literally begins with your first step. Take it and build upon it over time. Find something you enjoy, stick with it, and make it part of your lifestyle.
You can do it - Make it fun!