Women's Resources

Thursday, June 6, 2013

Being More Active

Put physical activity high on your "to-do" List.



  • Three 10-minute blocks of moderate activity during the day can do you as much good as 30 minutes of activity all at once.
  • People how spend at least 30 minutes a day being active enough to breath a little harder are less likely to have.
    • Heart attacks
    • Weight problems
    • Cancer
    • High blood pressure
    • Diabetes
    • Brittle bones (Osteoporosis)

Being active is the answer


  • For people with most health conditions, being physically active usually does the body more good than harm.
  • Wear comfortable shoes and drink plenty of water when you are physically active.




You don't have to spend lots of money to be active


  • Walk in a shopping mall, around your neighborhood, or at the local high school track.
  • Walk when you can instead of driving  and save money on gas.
  • If you spend any money on physical activity, spend it on a comfortable pair of walking shoes that fit you well.
  • Talk to a foot doctor about finding the right shoes if you have problem with your feet.


Don't get "sore" about a few aches and pains.


  • The first few times you move in a new way you may feel a little sore, but after that you will feel better and better.
  • You're less likely to get sore if you start slowly and warm up.
  • Try swimming or water exercises.
  •  If you are overweight, losing a few pound can help with aches and pains.






If you want more information contact us:
Wellness Clinic
151 S. University Ave. Suite 1709
Provo, UT
801-851-7031

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