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04-11-2008, 01:32 PM
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Fitness & Mommysaver Diva
Last Online: Today 10:56 AM
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Upstate NY
Real Name: Debi
Posts: 2,166
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We are doing great here -- we have 6 people signed up to participate in this challenge. How many more can we get signed up -- let's make this BIG!
It starts exactly 1 month from today!
Here are some tips on getting started with an activity program & to get you moving more.
When starting a physical activity program:
* Use good judgment and see your health care provider if you have concerns about your health and safety.
* Stretch your muscles before and after your physical activity.
* Begin slowly, and make gradual increases in your physical activity.
* Stay hydrated as you exercise -- remember to drink plenty of water!
* Bring together family and friends to support your efforts! Maybe you'll even encourage them to begin exercising too!
Some tips to get you moving each day...
* Park your car in a parking space farther from your destination than you normally would.
* Take your children, dogs, etc. outdoors to play or for a long walk.
* Do some yard work or housecleaning.
* Bike, walk, or wheel to work, to run errands, or to visit friends.
* Take the stairs instead of the escalator or elevator.
If you are using a pedometer, wear it all day, every day, to track your physical activity.
Your pedometer records "steps" or major movements of your body. If you usually walk to move about, you should wear it on your waist. If you use a wheelchair, walker, or cane, you may want to wear an arm-band pedometer on your arm or wrist.
If you are recording your daily physical activity in time or distance, make sure you carry your tracking log or a small notebook to keep track of your physical activity.
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