 | The Physical Activity Pyramid |
Are you getting enough exercise? Then perhaps it’s time to get your body moving. This pyramid shows how much physical activity is required to lead a healthy and active lifestyle. Even little changes like taking the stairs instead of the elevator, contributes towards your daily quota. Try some of the activities and soon you’ll find yourself more energetic, alert and not to mention, better looking.
| Limit Limit physical inactivity and sedentary habits. |
| 2-3 times a week Participate in activities that increase flexibility, strength and endurance of the muscle as many as 2-3 times a week. E.g. stretching, partial sit up, push up, leg press, sit and reach exercise, weight lifting. |
| 5-6 times a week Accumulate at least 30 minutes per day of moderate intensity physical activity on at least 5-6 days a week, preferably daily. E.g. brisk walking, football, badminton, cycling, aerobic exercise, basketball, hiking, swimming, dancing, sepak takraw, skipping rope, tennis. |
Be active everyday in as many ways as you can.
E.g. take every opportunity to walk instead of driving, housework, gardening, increase walking up and down the stairs.
Source: Malaysian Dietary Guidelines 2010, Ministry of Health Malaysia
July 10, 2011 at 12:32 AM
Everybody should be follow this tips so that we will stay healthy.
July 11, 2011 at 10:17 PM
Senaman memang penting. Tp kita ni sibuk sangat. kalau ajaq PJ, ok la. La ni ada la sikit, itu pun terkejar2 hantaq and ambil anak balik mengaji, cari benda makan kat kedai, dan paling penting solat! Bersenam juga, kan? Alhamdulillah.
July 12, 2011 at 11:20 PM
Betui tu kak. apa-apapun janji bersenam supaya badan sihat otak cerdas.
July 13, 2011 at 3:02 PM
A healthy mind comes from healthy habits. Drink MILO everyday.
July 15, 2011 at 1:27 AM
Tips yg berguna utk memastikan badan sihat otak cerdas..dapatlah menyampaikan ilmu kpd anak murid dgn b aik, sempurna dan penuh bersemangat..tak gitu..
July 15, 2011 at 12:05 PM
Perkongsian info yang sangat berguna kepada semua...Kesihatan yang baik menjamin kebahagian..