 Benefits to exercise:
- Reduce your risk of diabetes & heart disease
- Reduce your risk of some cancers
- Improve your mood & mental health
- Increase your chances of living longer
- Strengthen your muscles & bones
- Improve your ability to prevent falls
How much physical activity do you need?
Health experts recommend 150 minutes of moderate-vigorous activity (like brisk walking, yard work, casually biking) or 75 minutes of vigorous activity (like running, swimming laps, jumping rope) per week.
So, take a 30 minute walk after work each day or mow the lawn – you’re on your way to being healthier!
 Tips to Success
- Set a regular exercise schedule
- Pick activities that you enjoy
- Add variety to workouts
- Exercise with friends
- Don’t give up – every little bit of exercise helps!
- Control your weight
Some helpful links…
General Tips from the CDC on physical activity.
Adding Exercise to Your Day
Helpful Exercise Videos |
