Get moving: How to add more activity to your life
Where do you go from here?
Now that you have read this information, you are ready to plan your exercise program.
Talk with your doctor
If you have questions about this information, print it out and take it with you when you visit your doctor. You may want to mark areas or make notes in the margins where you have questions.
If you would like more information on exercising and fitness, the following resources are available:
Online Resources
Shape Up America! Web Address: www.shapeup.org Shape Up America! is a national program to promote healthy weight and increased physical activity in America. It was founded by former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. C. Everett Koop. Shape Up America! encourages small lifestyle changes that improve health.
America on the Move Web Address: www.americaonthemove.org This organization is dedicated to helping Americans make lasting, healthy lifestyle changes. Its simple guidelines include walking an additional 2,000 steps each day and decreasing caloric intake by 100 calories. This Web site provides simple, inspiring information about personal, group, and community activities.
| Author: | Cynthia Tank | Last Updated: December 27, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | Catherine D. Serio, PhD - Behavioral Health Heather Chambliss, PhD - Exercise Science/Weight Management | |
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