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1 Physical Activity Assessment Why Physical Activity Is Important? Background Information Tips: Walking Steps Tips: Walking Minutes Goals

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3 Assessment Walking Next, we will talk about physical activity. Before getting started, please complete the following questions about walking and other activities. In a usual WEEK 1. How many times do you walk for recreation, health, fitness, or transportation such as walking around the block, walking your dog, or walking to work? (Do NOT include walking that you do as part of your job.) (If 0, skip questions 2-5) On a typical DAY when you WALK for recreation, health, fitness, or transportation 2. What is the total time you spend walking? 30 or more Less than What is your usual speed? Fairly fast (3-4 miles in an hour) Very fast (more than 4 miles in an hour) Average or normal (2-3 miles in an hour) Casual strolling or walking (less than 2 miles in an hour) On a typical DAY at work 4. What is the total time you spend walking? 30 or more Less than 10 Do not walk at work or not employed (skip next question) 5. What is your usual speed? Fairly fast (3-4 miles in an hour) Very fast (more than 4 miles in an hour) Average or normal (2-3 miles in an hour) Casual strolling or walking (less than 2 miles in an hour) 2017 UNC-CH Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Walking 35

4 Assessment Other Types Of Physical Activity The next questions are about leisure time physical activity other than walking. When answering these questions, DO NOT include walking. These questions ask about two levels of physical activity: moderate and vigorous. MODERATE physical activities cause a moderate increase in breathing and heart rate. You should be able to carry on a conversation when doing these activities. VIGOROUS physical activities cause a large increase in breathing and heart rate. It is difficult to talk when doing these activities. In a usual WEEK 1. How many times do you do moderate leisure time physical activities like dancing, cycling, social tennis, golf, or gardening? (If 0, skip to question 3) On a typical DAY when you do MODERATE ACTIVITY 2. What is the total time you spend doing this activity? 30 or more Less than In a usual WEEK 3. How many times do you do vigorous leisure time physical activities like jogging, aerobics, swimming laps, or competitive tennis? (If 0, skip to question 5) UNC-CH Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Walking

5 Assessment Other Types Of Physical Activity On a typical DAY when you do VIGOROUS ACTIVITY 4. What is the total time you spend? 20 or more Less than On a typical WORK DAY do you do MODERATE or VIGOROUS ACTIVITY other than walking? yes no (done with survey) not employed (done with survey) 6. What is the total time you spend doing this type of activity each day? 30 or more Less than UNC-CH Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Walking 37

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7 Introduction Why Physical Activity Is Important Physical Activity Is Important for Everyone! Regular physical activity is good for your health. It can: Lower your risk of developing heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. Help you lose weight or stay at a healthy weight. Regular physical activity can also help you feel better. It can help you: Have more energy. Sleep better. Improve your mood. What Are the Types of Physical Activity? The 2 main types of physical activity we ll focus on in this program are: 1. Aerobic physical activity. 2. Muscle-strengthening activity. Aerobic physical activities cause your heart rate and breathing rate to increase. Muscle-strengthening activities help you build strength by flexing and stretching your muscles. Both types of activities are good for your heart. In this program, we suggest starting with aerobic physical activity goals. After you meet these goals, we suggest adding muscle-strengthening activity. How Do I Know if I m Doing Aerobic Activity? Aerobic activity can be moderate or vigorous. Examples of aerobic activities include: Walking Jogging Bike-riding Step Aerobics 2017 UNC-CH Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Walking 39

8 Why Physical Activity Is Important Introduction Moderate activity causes your heart rate and breathing to increase, but you should not feel strained. Moderate activities are safe for most people. Vigorous activity usually causes your heart rate and breathing to increase enough so it is difficult to talk while you are exercising. Vigorous activity may not be safe for everyone. If you have a health condition or an old injury and you want to start doing vigorous activity, talk with your doctor first. Your doctor can help you decide what level and kinds of activities are safe for you. How Do I Know if I m Doing a Muscle- Strengthening Activity? Muscle-strengthening activities help you build strength by flexing and stretching your muscles. Examples of strength-building activities include: Lifting weights (free weights or weight machines at the gym) Yoga Working out with a resistance band Doing exercises that use body weight (push-ups, sit-ups) Gardening (digging, shoveling) How Much Physical Activity Should I Do? Experts suggest the following types and amounts of activity to improve your health. Aerobic activity At least 150 a week of moderate intensity activity, like walking briskly. This would be about 30 of walking on 5 days of the week. OR At least 75 a week of vigorous activity, like jogging. This would be about 15 of jogging on 5 days of the week or about 30 of jogging 2 to 3 times a week. Muscle-strengthening activity Strengthening exercises on 2 or more days of the week. This would include at least 1 set of 8-12 repetitions of activities that involve the major muscle groups, including arms, legs, and abdomen. Walk for at least 30 on five days each week. 40 Walking 2017 UNC-CH Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention

9 Introduction Why Physical Activity Is Important When it comes to physical activity, 10 or more at a time is fine. You can add up 10-minute periods of exercise in a day to get what you need! What Type of Physical Activity Should I Do? The type of exercise that you do is up to you. Most adults choose walking. That is because walking can be done on most days and can also serve as transportation. Because walking is the most popular type of aerobic physical activity, this program recommends you focus on walking. But, it is fine if you decide to do other activities. Being active is the goal. Getting Started One way to get started is by looking at what physical activity you are doing now and thinking about how you might change it as part of this program. A pedometer (step counter), fitness tracker, or phone app that measure activity are tools you can use to set walking goals. If you have already worn a pedometer or a fitness tracker, we will look to see how active you have been and set goals for your activity based on steps per day. If you have not used a pedometer, fitness tracker, or phone app, we will set goals for activity based on per day. Fitness tracker 2017 UNC-CH Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Walking 41

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11 Background Information Walking In this section, we will focus on how to increase your activity by walking more and on how to monitor your activity goals. We will also cover some safety tips. If you are currently doing other types of aerobic activity, like jogging or bike riding, it is fine to stick with that. (You can skip the information on walking and outline your plans for other types of aerobic activity on the Goal Sheet.) How Much Should I Walk for Recreation, Health, and Fitness? Walk briskly for at least 150 a week. This would be about 30 of walking on 5 days of the week. This can be divided into 10-minute segments of walking. OR Walk at least 7,500 steps per day on 5 days of the week (a brisk walk for 30 is about 4000 steps and most people get about 3500 steps per day from routine activities) In this program, we recommend a goal of at least 30 or 7,500 steps on most days of the week. That said, more activity than this is better for your health, especially if your goal is to lose weight UNC-CH Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Walking 43

12 Walking Background Information How Fast Should I Walk? Walking at a faster pace can provide more health benefits. You can figure out the intensity of your walking by giving yourself the talk test: If you can sing (or recite the whole Pledge of Allegiance) while you are strolling, then your activity level is light or mild. When you do moderate-intensity walking, you should be able to talk (but not sing). (Tip: If you walk 3,000 steps in 30, your walking pace would be moderate intensity.) When you do vigorous-intensity walking, you should be too out of breath to say more than 3 to 4 words at a time. For some people this may mean at a pace of a jog. If you plan on participating in vigorousintensity physical activity and are not currently doing so, you should consider talking to your doctor first. How Can I Reach My Walking Goals? Reaching your walking goals is much easier if you make walking a part of what you do every day. If you can set 20 or 30 aside for walking, that s great. If not, you can get more steps as follows: Do errands or visit neighbors on foot. Use stairs instead of the elevator. Use the farthest safe parking lot when you drive, instead of choosing the closest these extra steps can add up! Get off one stop early when you take the bus (as long as it s a safe place to walk). Look for opportunities to walk during your everyday activities at a time is fine! Go for a few 10-minute walking breaks during the work day. How Can I Make Walking Enjoyable? When you walk, keep these tips in mind: Go for comfort Wear comfortable clothes. Wear a pair of well-fitting shoes. Look for shoes that have a low heel and flexible sole. 44 Walking 2017 UNC-CH Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention

13 Background Information Walking Pace Yourself Start and end your walk at a slow warm-up and cool-down pace. This means walking slower during the beginning and end of your walking session. Build up slowly. Take Care of Your Body Walk tall. Hold your head up and let your shoulders relax. Share the fun and be safe Find a regular walking partner. Walk with your family or walk your dog. When walking on or near roads, always follow safety tips. How Can I Be Safe When Walking? Wear brightly colored clothing or reflective materials (vest are available at most superstores) to make sure drivers see you. Try to avoid walking after dark. If you do walk after dark, wear a reflective vest, use a flashing red light so drivers can see you, and use a flashlight as needed. Don t wear headphones or talk on a cell phone while crossing the street as these are distractions and you may not hear traffic. Remember the Rules of the Road: Don t rely only on traffic signals. Even if there is a WALK signal, always make sure you look both ways before crossing. If there is a DON T WALK signal, do not enter the street. Always use sidewalks or paths when they are available. If they aren t, make sure you walk facing traffic. Always obey traffic signals. Cross streets only at intersections. Don t cross in the middle of the street or between parked cars. Drivers aren t expecting you to be there. If your view of approaching traffic is blocked by something, move to where you can see it. If there is a car parked where you plan to walk, make sure there is no driver in the car. Always look for signs that the car is about to move UNC-CH Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Walking 45

14 Walking Background Information Pay Attention When Crossing the Street: Stop at the curb and then look both ways and across all lanes before crossing the street. Use marked crosswalks when they are available. Cross in well-lit areas at night. In bad weather, like rain or snow, allow extra time and distance for a vehicle to stop. Don t let your umbrella or hood block your view of traffic. Never run across the road - running increases your risk of tripping and falling. Don t assume cars will stop. Make eye contact with drivers before crossing the street to be sure that they see you. Take extra care at Right Turn on Red intersections. Always check for turning vehicles before stepping off the curb. To Be Safe When Walking, Pay Attention to Your Body: If you have chest, neck, jaw, or shoulder pain, or shortness of breath: Stop or slow down to a very slow pace as you might be having heart or lung problems. If you don t get better in 5, seek help by calling your doctor or 911. Alcohol and drugs are not safe to use when walking, just like they are not safe when driving. Walking after drinking alcohol or taking drugs increases your chances of getting hurt. Summary Here is a summary of key points about Walking. ÂÂ Walking is a great type of moderate-intensity physical activity that can reduce your risk for heart disease and stroke. ÂÂ To achieve your walking goals, make walking a part of what you do every day. 46 Walking 2017 UNC-CH Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention

15 Tips Walking Steps Check the goal you want to work on based on either steps or per day. (If you plan to do other aerobic activity, like cycling or jogging, use per day.) Then, review the tips for reaching your goals. Steps per Day Current Steps per Day Goals for Next Month (check the box to indicate your goals) Long-Term Goal Less than 7,500 Each week, increase steps by 500 per day (about 5 of walking) Each week, increase steps by 1000 per day (about 10 of walking) 7,500 or more steps per day Maintain your steps at this level 7,500-9,999 More activity is better. Each week, increase steps by 500 per day (about 5 of walking) 10,000 or More activity is better. Each week, increase steps by 1000 per day (about 5 of walking) more steps per day 10,000 or more Maintain your steps at this level More activity is better. Aim for 12,500 steps on most days Maintain high level of activity Minutes per Day Current Minutes per Day Goals for Next Month (check the box to indicate your goals) Long-Term Goal Less than 30 Each week, increase walking time by 5 min a day Each week, increase walking time by 10 min a day Maintain about 30 min a day 30 or more a day Each week, increase walking time by 5 min a day More than 45 Each week, increase walking time by 10 min a day a day More than 45 Maintain about 30 min a day More activity is better. Aim for an hour or more a day. Maintain high level of activity 2017 UNC-CH Center f or Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Walking 47

16 Walking Steps Tips Tips for Walking More Often and Meeting Your Goals for Steps: Try to make walking something you do every day. You can walk for fun, for your health, or for transportation. Walk with friends or family or a pet. It ll be healthy for you and for them! Look for opportunities to walk during every day activities... try for 10 or more at a time. Build up slowly. Use a pedometer or phone app to track your steps and meet your step goals. Walking fast has health benefits. Aim for 3 to 4 miles per hour or fast enough to increase your heart rate and breathing. (If you prefer other aerobic activities, look for ways to do them regularly, as outlined above.) 48 Walking 2017 UNC-CH Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention

17 Walking My Goals and First Steps Date: Physical Activity Goal: Steps per day: Or Minutes per day: Plans for other type of aerobic activity: First Steps to Achieve Your Goal: Place this sheet where you will see it often (refrigerator or bathroom mirror). You may monitor goals by the week (left side of table) or by the day (right side of table). GOAL 1: Did you meet your goal? (Check for Yes, or for No) Week Weekly Goal Daily Goal Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday UNC-CH Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Walking 49

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