Active Living
The adult obesity rate in Indiana is approximately 30%. Obesity can lead to a variety of cardiovascular-related emergencies. One of the best ways to combat obesity is to live an active lifestyle. Please read on to discover some creative and fun ways that the residents of Indiana can be active and healthy.
Visit a State Park
One of the best ways to get active is to visit a nearby state park. State parks typically have a plethora of activities for the entire family. Here is a site that will help you plan your next state park outing in the state of Indiana. http://www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/
Change your Daily Routine
For many, it is simply not feasible to build in large chunks of time for physical activity. You can still, however, increase the amount of daily physical activity.
- Bicycle to work.
- Take small breaks at work and do a few sit-ups.
- Do sit-ups during the commercials of your favorite shows.
- Take your dog on a walk.
- Clean your car with your hands instead of taking it to the car wash.
- Plant and tend a garden.