Lovett Wellness Warriors

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Lovett Wellness Warriors
Welcome to the Wellness World!
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY GET MOVING!
Being active is a great habit to form for
lifelong health! Regular physical activity has
many benefits including weight control and
disease prevention. So, get up and get moving!

• BENEFITS OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
• Weight Management
• Reduces risk of heart disease
• Reduces risk of Type II diabetes
• Strengthens muscles and bones
• Improves mood and boosts energy
• Improves brain function

HOW MUCH PHYSICAL ACTIVITY SHOULD I BE GETTING?
Children (6-17 years) Adults
60 minutes of aerobic activity/day (Ex. Brisk walking, basketball, soccer, swimming, running) 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity/week (Brisk walking, water aerobics) OR 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity/week (Ex. Running, swimming laps, basketball)
Muscle/Bone strengthening activities 3 or more days/week (Ex. Jump rope, gymnastics, push ups, sit ups) Muscle/Bone strengthening activities on 2 or more days/week (Ex. Lifting weights, push ups, sit ups heavy gardening)
Healthy Tip of the Week

• MAKE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY FUN GET EVERYONE
  INVOLVED!
• Family Field Day play games such as tug of war,
  
• water balloon toss, and hula-hoop
• Give children toys that encourage activity (hula
  hoops, kites, jump ropes)
• Train as a family for a charity walk/run
• Take a family walk after dinner
• Put on some music and dance
• Head to the park or go on a nature hike
• Get everyone involved in household chores
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  (North Cypress Wellness)