Hi! I’m Rachel Paul, a doctoral student in Behavioral Nutrition at Columbia University and a research assistant for the Mi Vida Saludable Study. I enjoy exploring new parks around the city! In this newsletter, you will be learning all about the benefits of being physically active. Enjoy!
Mi Vida Saludable News #6
Benefits of Being Physically Active
Throughout the day, there are specific times when we can increase our physical activity:
- Housework and caring for family – such as vacuuming, sweeping, and caring for family members and pets, like carrying small children
- Recreational and leisure-time physical activity – such as going to a gym, doing an exercise video, or walking around the block or to a park
- Transportation – such as walking to the store or walking instead of taking the subway
Did you know? Being physically active can help you:
- Control your weight
- Feel more confident about your health
- Manage stress and reduce tension
- Be happier and have an overall more positive outlook
- Sleep better
- Have better health overall
- Reduce the chance of getting cancer again
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The National Cancer Institute has resources available to help manage life after treatment available here: http://www.cancer.gov/publications/patient-education/facing-forward
For more recipes, how-to articles, and videos on making healthy choices, visit: www.cookforyourlife.org
Questions or comments?
Please contact Amanda Marín-Chollom: (212) 305-3640
