Get active

• Get a desk cycle or balance ball
• Take the stairs
• Set an alarm to get up and move every hour

 

Maintain your body

• Aim for 150 minutes of moderate intensity activity such as brisk walking
• Do 2 days a week of muscle strengthening exercise
• Eat a balanced diet
• Adhere to a sleep schedule.
• If you need to lift something heavy, bend your knees and keep you back straight

 

Maintain a healthy weight

• Drink more water
• Eat smaller portions
• Select colorful fruits and veggies
• Choose whole grains (brown instead of white)

 

Mind your metabolism (changes with age)

• Limit snacking
• Move more
• Limit alcohol
• Avoid tobacco products