Welcome to Sit Less, Get Active 1-Introduction
Welcome to the course!
Defining, measuring and getting started with physical activity-Physical activity, inactivity and sedentariness
What is physical activity?
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Defining, measuring and getting started with physical activity-Meeting the guidelines
Practical ways to meet the guidelines
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Defining, measuring and getting started with physical activity-Do you know how to monitor your physical activity?
Monitoring physical activity
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Assignment: Practice monitoring your own physical activity
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Defining, measuring and getting started with physical activity-Goal setting
Physical Activity Goal Setting
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Case Study 1: Sabine's running goals
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Case Study 2: Melissa's running goals
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Defining, measuring and getting started with physical activity-Getting started and finding advice
Physical Activity Resources
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Sit less, get active wherever you are!-Built and natural environments
Video 1: Sit less, get active in built and natural environments
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Sit less, get active wherever you are!-Active ways to get around
Video 2: What is active travel?
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Sit less, get active wherever you are!-Home
Video 3: Sit less, get active at home
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Sit less, get active wherever you are!-Work
Video 4: Sit less, get active at work
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Sit less, get active wherever you are!-Educational environment
Video 5: Sit less, get active in an educational environment
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Making physical activity a lifelong habit for you and others-Leisure centres
Sit less, get active in leisure centres!
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Making physical activity a lifelong habit for you and others-Pregnancy
Sit less, get active during pregnancy
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Making physical activity a lifelong habit for you and others-Dancing
Dance for health
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Making physical activity a lifelong habit for you and others-Habit
Make physical activity a habit
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Making physical activity a lifelong habit for you and others-Help others to sit less and get more active
Support others to sit less and get more active!
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Making physical activity a lifelong habit for you and others-Physical activity promotional messages - infographics
Physical activity makes people happier :-)
Encourage others to be active
Regular activity can reduce your risk of chronic diseases
Go on a walk with friends, colleagues or family
Set a physical activity goal and get going
Every move is a good move
Physical activity is a great opportunity for socialising
It is never too late to start exercising
Play sports you enjoy
Go for a walk and sharpen your mind
Active people can live longer
Exercise is the best medicine
Dance for health
Try walking or standing meetings
Go outside and enjoy your favourite outdoor activity
Be active during pregnancy
Be active at leisure centres
Make physical activity a habit
Watching TV? Be active during commercial breaks
Be active at home
Walk, cycle, skate or scoot to destinations
Take the stairs for better health
Physical activity can improve your academic performance
Share physical activity resources or be someone's activity buddy
Try a new activity to stay motivated
Choose activity that suit your lifestyle
Making physical activity a lifelong habit for you and others-Physical activity promotional videos
Jamie Andrew, Scottish Mountaineer: "Set yourself goals."
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Frances Bain, Paths for All: “Walk for health”
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Michael Tornow, NHS: “Any level of activity is better than none”
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Ashleigh Corry, NHS Lothian: “Sit less and be more active at work”
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Amanda Jones, NHS Lothian: a bit on the use of exercise balls at work
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