1. Healthy Eating Healthy Living
Nutrition and Fitness Basics
Clark College Fitness Center

2. Nutrition Guidelines Healthy Eating Pyramid
Eat more vegetable oils, whole grains
Eat less pasta, white bread

3. Recommended Exercise 30 minutes of daily moderate-intensity activity
Brisk walking
Bicycling
Gardening

4. Relaxation Techniques
Quiet the mind and body
Visualize a tranquil setting
Concentrate on positive thoughts
Build strength and refresh the body
Practice yoga or Pilates basics
Improve balance through core training

5. Healthy Living Benefits
Lowers cholesterol, blood pressure
Reduces heart disease risk
Helps prevent adult- onset diabetes
Affects 8% of adults
Maintains body weight
Helps avoid excess gain