for the people that depend on you.
Start with exercise.
You can put yourself at lower risk of dying early by doing at least 150 minutes a week (about 20 minutes a day) of moderate-intensity aerobic activity, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
For more tips from the CDC on how to overcome barriers to physical activity:
Click HereSet small goals for yourself and your family, and increase them over time, to help make physical activity part of your routine. You can do things like:
Set a positive example for your kids and family by staying physically active. Find creative ways for your family to be physically active together, to get the whole family moving and having fun!
For more tips from Let's Move to help make physical activity part of your family’s routine:
Click HereFind a local workout facility
A local workout facility will have exercise equipment and may also offer the following:
Take a break from TV
If you regularly watch TV, challenge yourself to get up during the commercial breaks and get your body moving by jogging in place, doing sit-ups, or doing jumping jacks.
Get up and take a walk
Even if it’s just around the office.
Use a pedometer to count your steps each day.
You can purchase wearable pedometers on the internet or at a sporting goods store.
Some smartphones also have built-in pedometers.
Start with a goal of 5,000 steps per day. Slowly increase that number over time until you reach 10,000 steps or more per day.
Summer Activities
Here are some fun summer activities:
Winter Activities
Here are some fun winter activities:
