Weekly Health Links

By: Wren Fair

May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month! President Obama is challenging the nation to make regular exercise a priority. Check out the some ways you can become more active today!

Speaking of fitness, did you know our nation’s capital is the fittest city in the United States? According to the report, regular physical activity is a big reason why Washington D.C. boasts low levels of obesity and chronic diseases like diabetes.

If you are curious about how to eat well when following an exercise regimen, check out this handy flyer from the USDA with 10 Tips for Combining Good Nutrition and an Active Lifestyle.

Looking for some equipment-free, simple workouts? Check out Darebee, an open source exercise and fitness website that provides free workouts designed by physical trainers!

Finally, exercise has been shown to improve your mental health in tandem with your physical health!

What are you waiting for? Get out there and get movin’ Travis County!

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