• All of the positive effects physical activity has on your heart
• How to fit fitness in your daily life in a cost-effective way 
• Consulting with your health provider about beginning an exercise routine
• The different types of exercise: aerobic, flexibility and strength
• How to develop a fitness routine that you can maintain year-round

Overview
This module gives you an overview of the importance of being physically active and its beneficial effect on your health and risk to heart disease and stroke.

That’s a high price for anyone to pay — especially since there is so much you can do to protect yourself. If physical inactivity is a big part of the problem (it usually is), the solution is obvious. Get moving. Become physically active. You have the power.

Let’s clear up one point early. Being physically active is not about being skinny. It’s about adopting a heart-healthy lifestyle — and staying with it.

Getting moving on a regular basis is one of the least-expensive things you can do to reduce your heart disease and stroke risks. All you need is comfortable shoes and clothing and a place to walk or do whatever other regular activity you may choose (more on that later).

Think of it this way. If you had a heart attack, you’d be motivated to exercise to get your life back, wouldn’t you? Well, if that’s true, why wait? By getting started now, you can reduce your odds of suffering the pain and expense of a heart attack and putting your loved ones through a lot of grief. So get moving and start to enjoy the benefits of physical activity right now!

A full copy of this module is available to download.