Fitness: Choosing activities that are right for you
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Fitness: Choosing activities that are right for you
Why are your preferences and attitudes important?
The activities you choose are important because you will be doing them almost every day. Your goal is to make physical activity a daily habit. And you're much more likely to build new habits if you enjoy what you're doing.
To feel your best, you need at least 2½ hours of moderate activity a week. Brisk walking is an example. But any activities—including daily chores—that raise your heart rate can be included. It's fine to be active in spurts of 10 minutes or more throughout your day and week.
Another important part of choosing an activity is having your own reason for wanting to be active. It’s not always easy to make activity a regular part of your life. Taking the time now to really think about what motivates or inspires you will help you stay with it.
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Fitness: Choosing activities that are right for you
Last Updated:
August 26, 2008- Author:
- Debby Golonka, MPH
- Medical Review:
- Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Heather Chambliss, PhD - Exercise Science/Weight Management
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