Weekly Nutrition Tips: Get Moving, Go Outside

April 26th, 2007

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend moderate to vigorous physical activity at least 5 days per week. Regular activity can help you manage your weight, prevent chronic diseases and improve your mood.

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend moderate to vigorous physical activity at least 5 days per week. Regular activity can help you manage your weight, prevent chronic diseases and improve your mood.

Now that spring has finally arrived, here are a few easy ways to meet your physical activity goals while enjoying the great outdoors!

• Start a walking group with a friend. You will motivate each other.
• Push the baby in a stroller.
• Join the office or neighborhood softball team
• Walk the dog to the dog park instead or driving there.
• Plant a vegetable garden with your children – Bonus: This is a great way to get kids to try new veggies!
• Carry your clubs the next time you play golf.
• Take the whole family for an afternoon bike ride.
• Walk up and down the soccer or baseball field while watching the kids play.
• Try a new sport like tennis or swimming.
• Take a nature walk with the family. Have your kids tell you about their favorite part over your next meal together.
• Most important – get out there and find something you enjoy!