Why Fitness First?

Why Fitness First?
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Fitness:
 Lowers the Blood Pressure
 Helps us with distribution of weight with a healthier weight
 Feel and look better with more energy
 More alert and healthier
 Good for bones, heart, lungs and muscles
 Can lower risk of heart attack
 Relax and sleep better
 Try stretching- before you walk or do your exercise
 Walk, jog, ride a bicycle, swim have fun with others
 Begin slowly- dress comfortably
o AVOID tight fitting clothes
 Make it a lifetime commitment to your health
 Lowers your cholesterol, triglycerides, LDL and raises HDL
 Increases resistance to fatigue
Need to:
 Exercise daily 15 to 30 minutes
 Wear a step counter- Set a goal of 6000 steps per day
 2000 steps = 1 mile
 Increase daily and keep a log
WHAT CAN I DO?
 See your Physician or Health Care Provider
 Check your FFF (Favorable Fitness Factor)
o Go to the FFF website for ideas, let us help you, start slow and build
daily
 Talk with a Registered Dietitian- and learn to eat healthier and to exercise
as your Physician or Health Care Provider allows you to do
 See a Food Fitness First® RD- on line for help with Meal/Snack Planning