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Regular physical activity can help reduce the risk and minimize the impact of disease. Not only are there health benefits from regular exercise, it also helps you look and feel good. Texercise can help you on your way to a healthier and fit life by sharing nutrition information and sponsoring health and fitness activities throughout Texas! Regular Texercise:
Getting StartedStarting a healthy lifestyle is easy and it doesn't have to be expensive. Here are some ways you can get started! First, pick a time when you have a break during your day and use that time to exercise. Choose a time and an activity you enjoy. This doesn't have to be expensive. You can choose to take a walk around the neighborhood or place of work. It can be as simple as taking the stairs at work. Each activity makes a difference. Please be sure to consult a physician before beginning any exercise routine and listen to your body. If you are out of breath or feel exhausted, make sure to take a break. If your body is telling you to reduce your level of exercise then do so. Tips on making your own weights
All of us have different fitness levels. These can be influenced by our age, sex, heredity, activity level and eating practices. Everyone has a different beginning fitness level, so be sure to start at your own pace. Next, set a goal. Take the Texercise Pledge (PDF format)! The pledge enables you to list fitness and nutrition goals, how you plan to accomplish your goal and your timeline. To keep you keep to your fitness goals, record your exercise activities in order to track your progress and keep yourself motivated. Texercise provides activity logs available for download and in the Texercise Handbook. Finally, stick with it and if you get bored try new things! Find a workout partner or begin a new exercise activity you have always wanted to try or that you enjoy. Texercise provides individuals of all ages with resources to help keep you motivated! For a list of these resources please follow this link. Do you have a Texercise story you would like to share?We'd love to hear about your experiences with the program! Please visit the DADS Submit Your Story website. Tools and Resources for IndividualsTexercise Handbook
Activity LogsMonitoring fitness activities with these downloadable logs may help encourage you to stay on track!
Updated: July 2, 2008 |
July — warming up and cooling downTwo important activities to include in your workout are warming up and cooling down. Warming up for five to 10 minutes before you exercise helps deliver nutrients and oxygen to your muscles by increasing blood flow and preparing them for exercise. Warming up also prepares your heart for increased activity. Cooling down after your routine is essential to preventing injuries and muscle stiffness. Cooling down also helps to gradually return your heart rate and breathing to normal levels. This can help prevent you from fainting or getting dizzy, which can result from blood pooling in the large muscles of the legs when vigorous activity is suddenly stopped. Want a simple way to warm up and cool down? Try walking! |
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