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Dixon Healthcare. Exercise For l=Life . Exercise Benefits. Gain energy and stamina Feel and look better Live longer and healthier . How much do I need ? 30 minutes Moderate intensity (such as brisk walking) Five days a week How can I lose weight? Increase your activity gradually
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Dixon Healthcare Exercise For l=Life
Exercise Benefits • Gain energy and stamina • Feel and look better • Live longer and healthier
How much do I need? • 30 minutes • Moderate intensity (such as brisk walking) • Five days a week • 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 • Join a team • Join a club • Plan active outings • At work • Commute actively • Take the stairs • Take fitness breaks • Involve your co-workers
Elements of a Good Workout • Aerobic activity • Muscular fitness • Stretching • Core flexibility
Exercise Tips • Check with your doctor first • Choose fun activities • Play music • Exercise with friends • Find a convenient time and place