The real stories below will help you find easy and creative ways to incorporate activity into your life. Then, share your story of physical activity with us by filling out the form at the bottom of the page.
Feature: Grant Hill, NBA All-Star
Council member and seven-time NBA All-Star Grant Hill says being physically active is all about having fun and we should all try to get our kids active. "When I was young, we had plenty of video games and I played a lot of them, but I also got a lot of activity." Hill stresses the importance of teaching the benefits to all children, regardless of ability. For more of Hill's physical activity tips, watch the video below.
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Get Fit Tips
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Keep sneakers with you at work to mix in physical activity throughout the day
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Challenge your muscles by mixing up activities; trying new things keeps it interesting!