1. REDUCE PROPORTION OF ADULTS WHO DO NO LEISURE TIME ACTIVITY INCREASE ADULTS WHO ARE MEETING GUIDELINES FOR AEROBIC ACTIVITY INCREASE WALKING, CREATE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENTS THAT PROMOTE GOOD HEALTH INCREASE WALKING TRIPS Lifestyle Physical Activity

2. PA INTENSITIES Light HR < 65% of MHR Sitting, using computer, playing an instrument, washing dishes Moderate HR >65% <85% MHR Brisk walk, jogging, pick- up basketball, digging ditches, soccer, swim Vigorous HR > 85% Hiking, cross training, weight training, competitive sport Lifestyle Approach to Physical Activity

3. METS One MET equals the amount of energy a person expends at rest. METs are multiples of resting activity. So, Two METs equals twice the resting energy expenditure. What is a MET? What is a MET? Metabolic Equivalent Score

4. Jogging is Aerobic Aerobic Metabolism Aerobic Metabolism  Aerobic means “in the presence of oxygen” Very Efficient Unlimited energy supply from oxygen Met levels from 3-6 What else would be aerobic in nature….

5. Weight lifting Anaerobic Metabolism Anaerobic Metabolism  Anaerobic means “without oxygen” Vigorous activity Not very Efficient Body must rely on other energy sources Met levels from above 6 What activities fall under this…..

6. How Many METS Gardening Activates Home Activities Leisure Activities Occupational Activities Range of Intensities for Lifestyle Physical Activity

7. Fewer health related issues Builds CVS Better wellness, sleep Less Stress Last bout effect FITT Formula 5day/week 3-5 mets 30 minutes Pedometer readings Healthy day = 10,000 steps Threshold 7,500 Steps/day Moderate PA Program Planning Benefits of Moderate Physical Activities Program Planning Suggestions