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Choosing the right exercise

Choosing the right exercise. Maudlyne Eze. Purpose. To inform students of various types of exercise To promote sports and physical activity to as form of being fit. What are your favorite type of activities. Swimming Jogging

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Choosing the right exercise

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  1. Choosing the right exercise MaudlyneEze

  2. Purpose • To inform students of various types of exercise • To promote sports and physical activity to as form of being fit

  3. What are your favorite type of activities • Swimming Jogging • Tennis Cycling • Volleyball Running • Dance Walking • Soccer • Basketball • Hockey

  4. Picking the right activity for you When choosing activity right for you, one must consider • Fun and interest • Your current skill and fitness level • Cost • Special health needs

  5. Tips to Start a Workout Program • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eYKIZTlw8AM

  6. Developing A Personal Fitness Plan • Set goals • Select activities • Set a target frequency, intensity, and time (duration) for each activity • Set up a system of mini-goals and rewards

  7. Fitness Plan • What will you like to improve about yourself through exercise? • What activities and sports will you use? • How many minutes a day do you plan on doing each activity?

  8. Starting your program • Start slowly and increase fitness gradually • Find an exercise buddy • Ask for support from others

  9. Make a commitment • Signing a personal contract • Find a witness for this contract, preferably one who will be involved in your fitness program • Keep your contract in a visible spot as a reminder of your commitment

  10. Personal Fitness Contract • http://www.ped.med.utah.edu/pedsintranet/fun/america/docs/Fitness_Contract.pdf

  11. Which activities will you choose

  12. Monitoring your progress • Recording your daily progress helps remind you of your commitment to your program and gives you a sense of accomplishment • Post your log in a place where you will see it often as a reminder and incentive for improvement • Compare your results over time, preferably every 3 months

  13. Sample of Log

  14. Maintaining New Lifestyle • Be safe • Have several exercise options • Keep an exercise journal • Reward yourself • Choose other healthy lifestyle behaviors

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