Part
One
WOULD you like to be more physically active, but are not sure
if you can do it?
Good news—if you are a very large person, you can be physically
active—and you can have fun and feel good doing it.
THERE may be special challenges for very large people who
are physically active. You may not be able to bend or move in
the same way that other people can. It may be hard to find clothes
and equipment for exercising. You may feel self-conscious being
physically active around other people.
Facing these challenges is hard—but it can be done! The
information in this booklet may help you start being more active
and healthier—no matter what your size!
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Why should I be active?
BEING physically active may help you live longer and protect
you from:
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type 2 diabetes
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heart disease
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stroke
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high blood pressure
If you have any of these health problems, being physically active may help
improve your symptoms.
Being physically active can be a lot of fun!
REGULAR physical activity helps
you
feel better because it:
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Lowers your stress and boosts your mood.
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Increases your strength, movement, balance, and flexibility.
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Helps control blood pressure and blood sugar.
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Helps build healthy bones, muscles, and joints.
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Helps your heart and lungs work better.
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Improves your self-esteem.
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Boosts energy during the day and may aid in sleep at night.
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Feeling
Better
