Healthy Diet for February 16 – Your Exercise Personality

Outgoing, reserved, independent, cautious—when it comes to physical activity, which describes you?

□ Socially active: likes to work out with a friend or group, needs a push to more move

□ Independently active: likes to set a personal workout routine and pace, plans ahead, can’t wait to get moving

□ Creatively active: prefers spontaneous physical activities instead of a set workout plan, enjoys being active—once started

You may be a combination of all three, but one style likely describes you best. Recognizing your personality may help you plan an active living approach that motivates you most.

Set your movement goals. If you’re . . .

• Socially active: Sign up for group classes or a team sport, or find a buddy to walk or swim with.
• Independently active: Walk or jog a measured course around the neighborhood, swim laps to match your goal, do circuit training, or use exercise equipment with set goals.
• Creatively active: Give yourself permission to walk in the snow, ride your bike, golf when a friend calls. Promise yourself you’ll do it—nearly everyday.