Part 5: Be Physically Active

Be Physically Active

All physical activity has benefits for the body and mind. This section will help you find reasons to be active that go beyond weight management. This section will also help you to:

•  Add variety to the physical activity you already enjoy.

•  Value different types of activity that have different benefits.

•  Make a plan to be more physically active.

•  Manage time and other barriers to do physical activity.

•  Develop a healthy relationship with your body.

•  Appreciate what your body is capable of doing.

Exercise and Sleep

Reduce Sit-Time

Do Activities You Enjoy

Types of Physical Activity

Cardio Training

Resistance Training

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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