This lesson explains that if you are moving instead of sitting, then you are burning twice as many calories. Tips are provided for getting motivated for exercise along with how much exercise is needed according to the Dietary Guidelines.
Description
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Learning objectives & benefits:
If you are moving instead of sitting, then you are burning twice as many calories.
Tips are provided for getting motivated for exercise along with how much exercise is needed according to the Dietary Guidelines and Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans.
The purpose of this program is to make individuals aware of:
Exercise as the key to weight control
Success tips for consistent exercise
Every little bit counts during the day - it all adds up!
What a pedometer is and how you can use it in your exercise program.
This lesson is part of The 12 Lessons of Wellness and Weight Loss, by Food and Health Communications.
The 12 Lessons can be used for a 3 to 12-month worksite wellness/weight management incentive program to teach a new, timely weight management lesson/skill each month (or week).
You can also use topics individually for wellness programs, health fairs, classes, counseling and more.
All topics support the messages given in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and MyPlate.
Topics chosen are meant to support today's consumer so they can make better choices in their fast-paced lifestyles.
Specs for CD or download:
Number of slides with speaker's notes: 30
Number of handout pages with leader guide (PDF): 11
All FHC nutrition education products meet the Dietary Guidelines and MyPlate goals.
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