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Tips for Picking the Right Activities

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Ask yourself questions to discover your physical activity likes and dislikes.
Fitness: Choosing Activities That Are Right for You
Pick an activity that you enjoy or think you might enjoy. You're more likely to keep doing something you like.
Be sure you have the correct safety gear and good shoes for physical activity.
Learn about fitness machines you may use (such as a treadmill or a stair-climber). See these tips for buying equipment.
Learn the proper way to do your activity. And be aware of safety concerns.

To find out how many calories you burn during various activities, use this Interactive Tool: How Many Calories Did You Burn?

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Last Updated: October 25, 2011

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