Part 5: Be Physically Active

Create “If, Then” Plans

Use “If, then” plans to overcome roadblocks. “If, then” plans anticipate a challenge and prepare a response in advance. Create “If, then” statements for each challenge you expect to face. These challenges may be:

•  How you expect to feel (e.g., self-conscious).

•  Something you do not know how to do.

•  Supplies you need (like comfortable shoes).

•  A comment from a supporter or a non-supporter.

 

Practice planning positive, constructive responses to challenges ahead of time.

 

Examples:

•  IF I feel self-conscious at the gym, THEN I will bring a supportive friend to work out with me.

•  IF my workout buddy bails on our plans, THEN I will go anyway and listen to music while I exercise.

•  IF I don’t meet my goal this week, THEN I will look at how I can improve my goal for next week.

 

Think about challenges you expect with changing your exercise habits. Plan your response using an “If, then” statement.

Stretching & Rehabilitation

Yoga

Massage

Avoid Injury

Appreciate the Journey

Set Fitness Goals

Plan Physical Activity

Tackle Limitations

Injury and Disability

Manage Your Time

Set Up for Success

What Are You Waiting For?

Responsibility for Change

Create "If, Then" Plans

Exercise and Eating

Eating and Body Image

How Do You View Your Body?

Identify Disordered Eating

Review and Prepare

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