Muscles and Bones Date

Health Info prepared by Public Health Vitalité Health Network November 2013

For better health, be physically active every day

Be sure to include: Activities that strengthen your muscles and your bones at least three times a week

Muscle strengthening exercises: Increase your muscular strength, power, endurance, and mass.

Here are a few examples: ● Strength training exercises using resistance bands, weights or body building devices ● Sit-ups ● Push-ups

Bone strengthening exercises: Create an impact or stress on the bones Promote bone growth and improve bone strength

Here are a few examples: ● Skipping rope ● Jogging ● Playing sports such as gymnastics, basketball, volleyball, and tennis.

Remember to work your muscles and your bones at least three times a week! Be active every day!