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Dixon Healthcare

Dixon Healthcare. Exercise for life. Exercise benefits. Gain energy and stamina Feel and look better Live longer and healthier. Exercise Q & A . How much do I need? How can I lose weight? Increase your activity gradually The more active you are, the greater the benefits 30 minutes

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Dixon Healthcare

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  1. Dixon Healthcare Exercise for life

  2. Exercise benefits • Gain energy and stamina • Feel and look better • Live longer and healthier

  3. Exercise Q & A • How much do I need? • How can I lose weight? • Increase your activity gradually • The more active you are, the greater the benefits • 30 minutes • Moderate intensity (such as brisk walking) • Five days a week • 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

  4. Six Reasons to Exercise Exercise: • Brightens your mood • Reduces your health risks • Manages your weight • Can be fun • Strengthens your body • Improves the quality of your sleep

  5. Getting Started Checklist • Determine your fitness level • Take your resting and active pulse rate • Time a one-mile walk • From home • Away form home • Design a plan • Set goals • Create a schedule • Choose activities you enjoy • Gather equipment • Take action • Start slowly • Add challenges gradually • Monitor your progress

  6. Finding Time • At home • Wake up early • Combine chores and exercise • Involve others • Away • Join a team • Join a club • Plan active outings • At work • Commute actively • Take the stairs • Take fitness breaks • Involve your co-workers

  7. Elements of a Good Workout • Aerobic activity • Muscular fitness • Stretching • Core flexibility

  8. Exercise tips • Check with your doctor first • Choose fun activities • Find a convenient time and place • Play music • Exercise with friends

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