Be More Active! by Liv Olson https://padlet.com/oliviaolson6/ne29bvjf6s9qclxc According to the AHA, one of "Life's Essential 8" components for maintaining and improving cardiovascular health is exercise. en-us 2022-09-29 14:29:17 UTC 2025-04-07 06:43:08 UTC hello@padlet.com https://media1.giphy.com/media/Yo7urc11dwnFVlEGEh/giphy.gif How do I exercise? oliviaolson6 https://padlet.com/oliviaolson6/ne29bvjf6s9qclxc/wish/2319566395 Staying active is easy and fun once you find what you love! Walking or running are great places to start, and eventually incorporating more complex exercises like weight-lifting and aerobics will help build routine.]]> 2022-09-29 14:58:08 UTC https://padlet.com/oliviaolson6/ne29bvjf6s9qclxc/wish/2319566395 For how long should I exercise? oliviaolson6 https://padlet.com/oliviaolson6/ne29bvjf6s9qclxc/wish/2319578839 Every week, adults should get at least 150 minutes of moderate activity (dancing, gardening, walking...) or 75 minutes of intense activity (running, jumping rope, boxing...). A great way to keep track of this is to build a playlist of your favorite tunes that lasts the length of the workout you need to achieve that day!]]> 2022-09-29 15:05:22 UTC https://padlet.com/oliviaolson6/ne29bvjf6s9qclxc/wish/2319578839 What type of exercises should I have in my routine? oliviaolson6 https://padlet.com/oliviaolson6/ne29bvjf6s9qclxc/wish/2319582105 Just like with our diet, variety is key! There are 2 main components to any good workout routine: cardio and weight training. Cardio strengthens your heart, and weight lifting strengthens your body. Spreading both types of workout throughout your weekly routine is important for improving cardiovascular health and longevity.]]> 2022-09-29 15:07:11 UTC https://padlet.com/oliviaolson6/ne29bvjf6s9qclxc/wish/2319582105 Common Questions. oliviaolson6 https://padlet.com/oliviaolson6/ne29bvjf6s9qclxc/wish/2319607682 A beginners guide to building a great workout.]]> 2022-09-29 15:20:48 UTC https://padlet.com/oliviaolson6/ne29bvjf6s9qclxc/wish/2319607682 What are some ways I can build good habits? oliviaolson6 https://padlet.com/oliviaolson6/ne29bvjf6s9qclxc/wish/2319620803 Tips for being consistent in your routine.]]> 2022-09-29 15:27:59 UTC https://padlet.com/oliviaolson6/ne29bvjf6s9qclxc/wish/2319620803 Set goals! oliviaolson6 https://padlet.com/oliviaolson6/ne29bvjf6s9qclxc/wish/2319624369 Be realistic in setting the goals you want to achieve. Make sure to differentiate between short and long term goals. Once you reach your goals, set new ones so you are always moving forward!]]> 2022-09-29 15:29:59 UTC https://padlet.com/oliviaolson6/ne29bvjf6s9qclxc/wish/2319624369 Build intensity! oliviaolson6 https://padlet.com/oliviaolson6/ne29bvjf6s9qclxc/wish/2319629677 Slowly increasing the length and intensity of your workout will continue enhancing your health benefits as well.]]> 2022-09-29 15:32:49 UTC https://padlet.com/oliviaolson6/ne29bvjf6s9qclxc/wish/2319629677 Sit less! oliviaolson6 https://padlet.com/oliviaolson6/ne29bvjf6s9qclxc/wish/2319632982 While having a dedicated period of time for exercise is important, it's also helpful to move randomly throughout the day to increase the total amount of active time in your day.]]> 2022-09-29 15:34:49 UTC https://padlet.com/oliviaolson6/ne29bvjf6s9qclxc/wish/2319632982 Get outside! oliviaolson6 https://padlet.com/oliviaolson6/ne29bvjf6s9qclxc/wish/2319641837 Incorporating healthy, active hobbies you love into your everyday life like gardening, hiking, or fishing will help build consistency.]]> 2022-09-29 15:39:41 UTC https://padlet.com/oliviaolson6/ne29bvjf6s9qclxc/wish/2319641837 References oliviaolson6 https://padlet.com/oliviaolson6/ne29bvjf6s9qclxc/wish/2338732353 The benefits of staying active in old age: Physical activity counteracts the negative influence of PICALM, BIN1, and CLU risk alleles on episodic memory functioning.
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