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20 Ways to Be More Physically Active Today (Get more steps!) For Adults

1. Take the stairs instead of the elevator at work or the mall.
2. Walk the dog for at least 15 minutes.
3. Walk around the mall or store for at least 15 minutes.
4. Park in a space farthest from the store.
5. Use the school’s track to walk an extra mile - 4 laps around a standard track = 1 mile (about 2,000 steps).
6. Walk around while talking on the phone.
7. Use lunchtime and breaks for a short brisk walk.
8. At home, design a “walking trail” around your house or in your community with a family member or friend, and walk it three times a week. Calculate your steps.
9. At work, rather than send e-mails to colleagues, quickly walk to their office and talk to them in person.
10. Walk in place or around the house during all television commercials.
11. Do not use a remote control while watching TV – get up and change the channel.
12. Walk your kids to school or to the bus stop.
13. When walking, walk at a brisk pace – not a slow, leisurely stroll.
14. Use your home exercise equipment.
15. Go out for a short walk (5-10 minutes) before breakfast.
16. While on business trips, walk in the airport while waiting for the plane.
17. Stay in hotels that have a fitness facility, and use it!
18. Wash your car by hand.
19. If you play golf, make sure you walk rather than take a cart.
20. Throw a ball or Frisbee with your child.

20 Ways to Be More Physically Active Today - Adults
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