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Excuses, Excuses Insert your information here Cooperative Extension Service Family & Consumer Sciences

Excuses, Excuses Insert your information here Cooperative Extension Service Family & Consumer Sciences

What keeps you from being more physically active? Excuses, Excuses

What keeps you from being more physically active? Excuses, Excuses

Time Money Dislike Old Kids Tired Cold Sore Clothes Excuses, Excuses Sweaty Alone Fat

Time Money Dislike Old Kids Tired Cold Sore Clothes Excuses, Excuses Sweaty Alone Fat

I do not have time! Ú Combine activity with something else Ú It only

I do not have time! Ú Combine activity with something else Ú It only takes a minute to start Ú Turn off the tube Excuses, Excuses

I can not afford the club or equipment! Ú Walking is free Ú Change

I can not afford the club or equipment! Ú Walking is free Ú Change how you do everyday tasks Ú Household equipment (filled jugs, rope, cans, rubber bands) Excuses, Excuses

I hate it, exercise is boring! Ú Recapture the zest of joyful play Ú

I hate it, exercise is boring! Ú Recapture the zest of joyful play Ú Change the "E" word to enjoyment Ú Variety is key Ú The best activity is the one you do! Excuses, Excuses

I am too old. Ú Can reduce risk of falling Ú Help maintain an

I am too old. Ú Can reduce risk of falling Ú Help maintain an independent lifestyle Ú Improve ability to perform everyday tasks Excuses, Excuses

I am too tired. R O F ! e e t b en iv

I am too tired. R O F ! e e t b en iv t e c m h T rgu g a a ein b st It boosts your energy! You feel better all day! Excuses, Excuses

I get sore. I could get hurt! Ú No pain, no gain is a

I get sore. I could get hurt! Ú No pain, no gain is a myth Ú Medical concerns, contact physician Ú Gradually increase Excuses, Excuses

I am too fat! ÚFitness is important indicator of health ÚWater aerobics are gentle

I am too fat! ÚFitness is important indicator of health ÚWater aerobics are gentle to the body ÚPhysical activity & healthful food choices can help stabilize weight Excuses, Excuses

None of my friends exercise. Ú Urge friends and family to join you Ú

None of my friends exercise. Ú Urge friends and family to join you Ú Help yourself and others Ú Need support from family & friends Excuses, Excuses

I do not like to sweat! Ú Select breathable, loose clothing Ú Shower after

I do not like to sweat! Ú Select breathable, loose clothing Ú Shower after more strenuous activities Ú Try swimming or water aerobics Excuses, Excuses

I do not have the right clothes. Ú Good shoes are a great investment

I do not have the right clothes. Ú Good shoes are a great investment in you Ú Find appropriate support garments Ú Comfort over fashion Excuses, Excuses

It is too cold outside! Ú Wear outdoor gear Ú Warm up first Ú

It is too cold outside! Ú Wear outdoor gear Ú Warm up first Ú Find indoor options Excuses, Excuses

I have kids. Ú Ask friends & family to help Ú Use nap time

I have kids. Ú Ask friends & family to help Ú Use nap time Ú Do activities together Excuses, Excuses

Now I Can Do It! ‚List two ways to overcome your excuse or barrier

Now I Can Do It! ‚List two ways to overcome your excuse or barrier ‚Set a date ‚Put someplace visible ‚Share with a pal Excuses, Excuses

Excuses, Excuses Developed by: Mary Kay Wardlaw, MS Project Education Specialist Wellness IN the

Excuses, Excuses Developed by: Mary Kay Wardlaw, MS Project Education Specialist Wellness IN the Rockies

Excuses, Excuses This presentation is part of Small Victories A mini-lesson series promoting positive

Excuses, Excuses This presentation is part of Small Victories A mini-lesson series promoting positive food, physical activity and body image attitudes and behaviors Duplicated by Department of Family and Consumer Sciences, Cooperative Extension Service, University of Wyoming