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I’m doing a little, but I'm ready to become more active.

You may be feeling the benefits of getting active, such as sleeping better or getting toned. Here are 2 ways to add more activity to your life.

  • Be active longer each time.
    If you are walking for 30 minutes, 3 times a week – try to walk for 50 minutes, 3 times a week.
  • Be active more often.
    If you are riding your bike to work 3 days a week, try riding to work 5 days a week.

Get to know your schedule.
Look at your schedule for the week. Find several 30–minute time periods you could use for exercise. Write them on your calendar.

Keep track of your activities with this activity log [PDF – 123 KB].

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Start Today: Small Steps
  • Test your physical activity IQ External Links Disclaimer Logo with this quiz.
  • Do sit–ups and push–ups while you are watching TV tonight.
  • Make an exercise plan for next week and write it on your calendar.

Learn how getting more active can help reduce your risk of heart disease; overweight and obesity; osteoporosis; and colorectal cancer.

Find additional resources from healthfinder.gov.


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