Aim for a good balance of nutritious foods and vigorous exercise
1. START THE DAY WITH BREAKFAST
It's the most important meal of the day and improves concentration at school. Try cereal with low-fat milk, whole-wheat toast with peanut butter, yogurt with fruit or whole-grain waffles.
2. GET MOVING
Walk, bike or jog to get together with buddies. Take a ten minute activity break during homework sessions. Use the stairs instead of the escalator or elevator. Exercise 30 minutes every day.
3. EAT SMART SNACKS
Snacking can be good, just choose healthy items: milk and graham crackers, an apple or celery sticks with peanut butter and raisins or dry cereal.
4. WORK UP A SWEAT
Working out vigorously gets the heart going and gives you more energy. Warm up with stretches, then work out with some vigor for 20 minutes of aerobic activity like running, jogging, dancing or biking. Follow up with strength exercises--push-ups or lifting weights. Cool down with stretches and deep breathing.
5. BALANCE FOOD CHOICES
Eating a variety of foods is essential for a healthy diet, which doesn't necessarily mean giving up hamburgers, french fries and ice cream. Be smart about what and how you eat by mixing choices from the Food Guide Pyramid.
6. FIND A WORKOUT PARTNER
Being active is much more fun with a friend or family member. Plan a special physical activity like a bike ride or hike with a group once a week.
7. MORE GRAINS, FRUITS AND VEGETABLES
Whole-wheat breads, bagels and pitas are good bread choices, while spaghetti and oatmeal are also good grain sources. Don't forget bananas, strawberries and melons. Increase your intake of raw vegetables.
8. PARTICIPATE IN SPORTS AND GAMES
Playing games in P.E. class or sports on the field should help you feel good, look good and make you physically fit.
9. FOODS AREN'T GOOD OR BAD
There's a place for all foods. What makes your diet good or bad is how all those foods fit together, so remember to balance choices. Fit in a higher-fat food like pepperoni pizza at dinner by picking lower-fat foods at other meals.
10. MAKE EATING AND ACTIVITIES FUN
Be adventurous. Experiment with new sports and games as well as food. Have fun. Set realistic goals and don't try changing too much at once.
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