February
is National Heart Month!
Provided by: Jen Brandt, M.Ed., Assistant Director, Office of Recreation
and Wellness
In
honor of National Heart Month, we are bringing you these simple ways
to use your heart a little every day. These ideas are provided by the
American Heart Association. Visit them at www.americanheart.org
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Do
housework instead of hiring someone else to do it
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Stand up while talking on the telephone
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Take
the stairs instead of the elevator, or get off a few floors early
and take the stairs
the rest of the way
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Walk the dog
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Park farther away at the mall and walk the extra distance
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When
golfing, walk instead of using the cart
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Dance
with someone or by yourself!
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Plan
family outings and vacations that include physical activity (hiking,
biking, swimming, etc.)
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Participate
in a recreation league or start one of your own
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Make
a date with a friend and enjoy your favorite physical activities;
do them regularly!
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Walk
around the building for a break during the work day or during lunch
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When
walking, pick up the pace from leisurely to brisk
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Walk
while waiting for the plane at the airport
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Instead
of asking someone to bring you a drink, get up off the couch and get
it yourself
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At
a picnic, play badminton instead of croquet.
