Spend less than 2 hours a day
watching TV and playing video
and computer games
Energize yourself and your family.
Be a role model.
It's easy to get stuck in a rut, allowing your kids (or yourself) to sit in
front of the TV or play computer games for hours. But, doing so
contributes to weight gain. Spend more time together being
active-even just going for walks.
Why Be More Active?
• Better overall health
. More energy
• Reduce stress
• Tone your body
• Feel better about yourself
• Set a good example for your children and
your friends
You can do it!
Set goals. Move at your own pace. Reward
your successes. Allow for setbacks. Let family
and friends help. Your family can do it.
Limit your TV and computer time.
Offer your children active
options, like joining a local
recreation center or after-school
program, or taking lessons in an
activity they enjoy.
$ Money-Saving Suggestions $
Being active doesn't have to be a chore-or costly. Try
making these small changes in your daily routine that are
free or low-cost:
. Find a local track where you can walk or run.
. Go for a brisk walk in a local park.
. Join your local recreation center/fitness center
near work or home.
. Get off the bus or subway one stop early; walk
the rest of the way.
. Take the stairs when possible.
. Walk around the house while you talk on a
cordless phone.
. Walk your dog.
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