•	walking
•	yoga
•	dancing
•	T'ai Chi
•	shopping
•	housework
•	gardening
•	cycling
•	hiking
•	canoeing
•	fishing
•	Aqua - Fit
•	volunteer activities
•	swimming
•	strength training
•	getting out to visit others
•	playing with grandchildren
•	running a trap line
•	golf

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Benefits of Active Living
Benefits Increase as Physical Activity Increases

Benefits when starting out:

•	meet new people
•	feel more relaxed
•	sleep better
•	have more fun

Benefits from regular physical activity:

•	continued independent living
•	better physical and mental health
•	improved quality of life
•	more energy
•	move with fewer aches and pains
•	better posture and balance
•	improved self-esteem
•	weight maintenance
•	stronger muscles and bones
•	relaxation and reduced stress

Scientists have proved that being active reduces the risk of:

•	heart disease
•	falls and injuries
•	high blood pressure
•	adult-onset diabetes
•	osteoporosis
•	stroke
•	depression
•	colon cancer
•	premature death