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calories a person can burn in 30 or 60 minutes. That’s why it’s also important to look for
opportunities for non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT); that is, find ways to increase
movement throughout the day.
• Prioritize physical education and recess time in schools. In addition to helping kids
stay healthy, movement also helps them learn.
• Make neighborhoods safer and more accessible for walking, cycling, and playing.
• When safe, encourage kids to walk or bike to school.
• Build family and community activities around physical activity, such as trips to the
park, walks together, and community walking and exercise groups.
• Facilitate more movement in the workday by encouraging walking meetings,
movement breaks, and treadmill desks.
• Find ways to move that are enjoyable to you and fit your life. Yard work, walking
your dog, playing tag with your kids, and going out dancing all count!
Figure 7.23. There are lots of ways to increase physical activity, including walking to work,
playing with friends, and going for a bike ride.