Physical Activity

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Basic Principles

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    Any physical activity is beneficial

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    Start with achievable goals and build toward guideline targets

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    Set realistic expectations about physical activity and weight loss

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    Minimal weight loss occurs with physical activity alone, but physical activity is necessary for weight maintenance

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    Choose physical activity

General Physical Activiy Guidelines

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    Aerobic activity, 150-300 minutes per week of moderate intensity or 75-100 minutes of vigorous intensity

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    Resistance training should be incorporated two or more days per week to prevent muscle loss

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Physical Activity for Weight Maintenance

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    Increased physical activity may be needed during the maintenance stage due to decreased metabolism secondary to weight loss

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    Moderate intensity aerobic activity 300 minutes per week or vigorous intensity 150 minutes per week

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    Resistance training should be incorporated two or more days per week to prevent muscle loss

Getting Started

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    Low or no impact activities

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    Balance training

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    Training

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    Increase frequency, intensity, time, and type as tolerated

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    Pick activities that you enjoy

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Special Populations Require Specialized Programs

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    Cardiac and lung disease

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    Cancer

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    Limited mobility

Frequently Asked Questions

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These are unique programs tailored to you to help you overcome dietary, physical, and emotional barriers to successful weight loss.

Everyone's body and goals are different. We will work with you to set goals that support your health and your well-being.

In order for you to lose weight, create a new, healthy mindset and keep weight off, we'll help you discover what dietary measures will work for you and your lifestyle!