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Fitness: Choosing Activities That Are Right For You
When you're active, life can be better.
Being active helps you look and feel your best and lowers your risk for a heart attack, diabetes, high blood pressure, and some cancers. It gives you the energy to do the things that make you happy.
But it can be hard to get into the habit of daily activity. It's important to find activities that fit your lifestyle and your personality.
What helps people stay with a fitness or exercise activity?
Why are your preferences and attitudes important?
How do you choose the best activity for you?
Where to go from here
If you're interested in learning more about becoming more active or staying active, see:
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| By: | Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: August 4, 2010 |
| Medical Review: | Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine Heather Chambliss, PhD - Exercise Science | |
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