Physical Activity
Well-U has a large database of resources for those employees interested in learning more about proper physical activity, how much is right for you and tools to help log your activity and progress. It's no surprise that Americans are heavier than ever; with an abundance of fast food restaurants and occupations that promote sedentary work Americans are not getting the physical activity their bodies require. Government and private organizations have realized this problem and are trying to communicate resources to educate the American population. In order for us to help our employees we want to give you a bit more guidance on where to go to get the information you're looking for!
Sites
- For FREE in-person help to live and feel better visit: UR Healthy Living Center
- For interactive fitness-related social gaming visit: Aetna Everactive
- For University fitness centers visit: UR Fitness
- For trail guides visit: NYS Parks and Trails
- For encouragement and advice to start walking visit: Start Walking Now
- For up-to-date research visit: American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
- To learn about the benefits of activity visit: CDC – Physical Activity and Health
- Learn about physical activity programs that fit your needs, visit: CDC – Strategies to Increase Physical Activities
- For information about the benefits of physical activity on heart health visit: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
- American Council on Exercise (ACE) GetFit
- American Heart Association (AHA) GetMoving
- President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports: http://fitness.gov/
- Learn tips to keep your kids moving: America on the Move
- Other Links
Articles
- Start! Walking Paths
- Global Recommendations on Physical Activity for Health
- Small Steps Signs
- Be Active Your Way Blog
- Exercise your way to lower BP
