Why exercise ignite

Why does West Virginianeed physical activity?

By: Ms. Reed

Physical Activity Physical Activity is any bodily activity that enhances or maintains physical fitness(the ability to handle the physical demands of everyday life without becoming overly tired) and overall health and wellness.

It is recommended to get sixty minutes of physical activity per day.

Physical activity includes exercising and playing sports.

It also includes the movements associated with an active lifestyle, such as walking up and down steps, biking to destinations, cleaning, and raking leaves.

OUR STATE OF WVIS RANKED #4 FOR THE

MOST OBESE STATE.

ADULTS RANK #4CHILDREN RANK #10

WE NEED TO MAKE A CHANGE!

WEST VIRGINIA CAN TAKE PRIDE IN OURSELVES!

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WE LOVE OUR SPORTSTEAMS IN

WEST VIRGINIA,NOW IT IS TIME TO

LOVE OURSELVES AND TAKE CARE OF OUR BODY.

“Movement is a medicine for creating change in a person's physical, emotional, and mental states.” ~Carol Welch

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Country Roads take me home…..

To an active, winning lifestyle.Coaches orders!!

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Take advantage of our Outdoor Activities

in the Mountain State

ENJOY THE OUTDOORS&

GET ACTIVE

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Some Exercise Tips

How do I increase my physical fitness level?

Recognizing that physical activity is very important to your lifelong health and well being. Get moving more often!Exercise with a friend.Find an activity or sport that you enjoy.Make physical activity part of your everyday life.

Ways to Get MovingMore…..

THE KEYS TO SUCCESSIN BEING PHYSICALLY FIT ARE……..

THE KEYS TO BECOMING FIT •Staying Positive•Staying Motivated•Set Goals (Short Term/Long Term) and stick to them•Find an activity/sport you enjoy•Exercise with others/music•Recognize benefits to being active•Get 60 minutes a day•Have fun

LIVE LONGER,BE HEALTHIER

Your Choices Have Consequences…..

Physical Benefits of

Physical Activity

• Strengthen heart & lungs• Manage Weight• Controls blood pressure &

blood sugar• Increase strength & stamina• Improve flexibility, balance,

muscle tone, reaction time, sleep

• Develop coordination(the smooth & effective working together of muscles and bones

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Social Benefitsof Physical Activity

Social Benefits*Meet & interact with new people

*Work with others as a team*Share goals & achievements with others

*Get support from friends*Engage in enjoyable activities

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WV needs YOUR help.GET MOVING!!

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BE LIKE ME……

TAKE HEALTHY STEPS TO PHYSICAL FITNESS

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