 Regular physical activity is associated with enhancing health and reducing risk factors for many diseases. Benefits of increasing your physical activity can be obtained by adding moderate levels of activity to your day to day life. Walk your way to a healthier lifestyle and see our tips on how to make every step count. Or joining the Harper Student Wellness Center can get you on the track to healthier living. There's lots of ways to increase physical activity so grab a friend and get started! A healthier, happier you is waiting.
Get Active! Midday Mile- Need a break? Join Health 1st in our weekly one mile walks around the MUSC campus. The next walk is TBA 2008 Walks/Runs- Click here for a list of walks and runs in and around the Charleston area. Runs/walks include 5k walks to marathon runs Gym Discounts for MUSC Employees- Download this list of gyms around Charleston that offer discounts to MUSC employees. On this list you will find membership rates, what the gym has to offer, and contact information. Find it here Benefits of Increasing Physical Activity - Reduces the risk of heart disease, diabetes and high blood pressure
- Helps maintain a healthy weight
- Helps build and maintain healthy bones, muscles, and joints
- Reduces the risk of developing colon and breast cancer
- Provides better posture and balance
- Reduces risk of osteoporosis, obesity, and depression
- Helps you sleep better and feel more relaxed
- Improves self esteem
Examples of Moderate Activity: (30-45 minutes) - Washing and waxing a car
- Washing windows or floors
- Gardening
- Basketball (shooting baskets)
- Bicycling 5 miles
- Dancing fast (social)
- Pushing a stroller for 1 ½ miles
- Raking leaves
- Swimming laps
- Stair walking
- Walking your dog
*Be sure to stretch before and after any physical activity and during the work day to keep muscles flexible and to prevent injury. Click here for stretching tips
There are many ways to increase your physical activity including these:
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Walk your way to fitness
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