Excuses, Excuses Insert your information here Cooperative Extension Service Family & Consumer Sciences What keeps you from being more physically active? Excuses, Excuses.
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Excuses, Excuses Insert your information here Cooperative Extension Service Family & Consumer Sciences What keeps you from being more physically active? Excuses, Excuses Time Money Dislike Old Kids Tired Cold Sore Clothes Excuses, Excuses Sweaty Alone Fat I do not have time! Combine activity with something else It only takes a minute to start Turn off the tube Excuses, Excuses I can not afford the club or equipment! Walking is free Change how you do everyday tasks Household equipment (filled jugs, rope, cans, rubber bands) Excuses, Excuses I hate it, exercise is boring! Recapture the zest of joyful play Change the "E" word to enjoyment Variety is key The best activity is the one you do! Excuses, Excuses I am too old. Can reduce risk of falling Help maintain an independent lifestyle Improve ability to perform everyday tasks Excuses, Excuses I am too tired. It boosts your energy! You feel better all day! Excuses, Excuses I get sore. I could get hurt! No pain, no gain is a myth Medical concerns, contact physician Gradually increase Excuses, Excuses I am too fat! Fitness is important indicator of health Water aerobics are gentle to the body Physical activity & healthful food choices can help stabilize weight Excuses, Excuses None of my friends exercise. Urge friends and family to join you Help yourself and others Need support from family & friends Excuses, Excuses I do not like to sweat! Select breathable, loose clothing Shower after more strenuous activities Try swimming or water aerobics Excuses, Excuses I do not have the right clothes. Good shoes are a great investment in you Find appropriate support garments Comfort over fashion Excuses, Excuses It is too cold outside! Wear outdoor gear Warm up first Find indoor options Excuses, Excuses I have kids. Ask friends & family to help Use nap time Do activities together Excuses, Excuses Now I Can Do It! List two ways to overcome your excuse or barrier Set a date Put someplace visible Share with a pal Excuses, Excuses Excuses, Excuses Developed by: Mary Kay Wardlaw, MS Project Education Specialist Wellness IN the Rockies Excuses, Excuses This presentation is part of Small Victories Small Victories A mini-lesson series promoting positive food, physical activity and body image attitudes and behaviors Duplicated by Department of Family and Consumer Sciences, Cooperative Extension Service, University of Wyoming