How Do I Get Started?

Use a Sensible Approach and Start Out Slowly

• Begin by choosing moderate-intensity activities you enjoy the most. By choosing activities you enjoy, you'll be more likely to stick with them.

• Gradually build up the time spent doing the activity by adding a few minutes every few days or so until you can comfortably perform a minimum recommended amount of activity (30 minutes per day).

• As the minimum amount becomes easier, gradually increase either the length of time performing an activity or increase the intensity of the activity, or both.

• Vary your activities, both for interest and to broaden the range of benefits.

• Explore new physical activities.

• Reward and acknowledge your efforts.

Tips on Increasing Activity

Simple Ways to Increase Activity

Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion.