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Active Living You can maintain a healthy weight by eating healthy and staying physically active. There are many ways you can get 60 minutes of physical activity every day. Divide your daily routine into a few 10- to 15-minute activity breaks and you are on your way! Your kids should also be active throughout the day.
Try some of these ideas to be more active — at work, school, home and in your neighborhood. Help your family to stay active!
Be Active at Work:
- Walk during breaks or at lunchtime.
- Start a walking club.
- Take the stairs instead of the elevator or escalator.
- Ride your bike to work.
- Park your car farther away from the entrance and walk.
- Get on and off the bus a couple of blocks away from your work.
Be Active at School:
- Ride bikes or walk to school with your child. Take turns with other parents and neighbors.
- Encourage your child to go outside and play during recess and lunch — jump rope, walk, run or play kick-ball, basketball or soccer.
Be Active at Home
- Take family walks in the evening after dinner.
- Play with your kids — dance, jump rope, play tag or hide-and-go-seek.
- Dance to your favorite music.
- Plant a family garden and eat what you grow.
- Limit screen time to two hours or less each day. This includes TV, computers and video games.
- Exercise while watching TV. Challenge family members to crunches and push-ups.
- Do stretches before bedtime. It may help you and your child relax and sleep better.
Be Active in your Neighborhood
- Walk, bike or jog with a friend or family member. Find safe walking paths in your neighborhood.
- Plant a community garden. Take turns planting and harvesting with your neighbors.
- Check with your local school, YMCA, Boys and Girls Club or other community groups for low-cost or free after-school and summer programs.
- Find a local farmers' market and walk to buy your fresh fruits and vegetables
Last updated 10/17/11
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