| Topic: | Diabetes (DM) |
| Title: | Say Yes to Physical Activity. |
| Author: | n/a |
| Source: | Diabetes Wellness News. 11(6): 4. June 2005. |
| Availability: | Available from Diabetes Wellness News., Subscription Office, PO Box 8337, Gaithersburg, MD 20898-9905. www.diabeteswellness.net (Web Site). Annual Price: $24.00. |
| Abstract: | This brief article lists the ten most common excuses for not being physically active and offers ways to address each of the barriers to exercise. The excuses are: not enough time; exercise hurts; exercise is boring; too tired to exercise; exercise is not safe; exercise may cause injury; too old to exercise; there is no benefit to exercise; walking causes shortness of breath or is uncomfortable; and joining a gym is too expensive. Readers are encouraged to incorporate physical activity into their everyday lives and to begin with small goals and changes. Any form of physical activity offers health benefits. 3 figures. |
| Format: | Newsletter Article |
| Language: | English. |
| Major Keywords: | Diabetes Mellitus. Activities of Daily Living. Exercise. Lifestyle. Risk Reduction. Self Care. |
| Minor Keywords: | Recreation. Motivation. Psychosocial Factors. |
| Publication Number: | DMJA12261 |
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