Why should I take the time to be healthy?
Learn healthy fitness and nutrition habits now to prevent getting sick later. If you could prevent getting injured in a bicycle accident, you probably would. The same should be true for your health. If you can prevent bad habits from starting, you will have less chance of being hurt by heart attacks, diabetes and strokes later in life.

How do I get healthy?
Physical activity + Sound Nutrition = Good Health

Physical Activity
Turn off the TV and video games and get out to do something you enjoy.
• Here are some fun ideas [view activity pyramid]

Sound Nutrition
Your body needs the right fuel to help it work well.
Make healthy choices for meals and snacks at home and school.
•Pack your own lunch and snacks.
•Avoid high fat and high sugar.
• Keep track of the healthy things you eat [download worksheet]

Additional Resources
Keep track of your physical activity [download worksheet]
Set goals for a healthier you [download worksheet]
Take the President’s Challenge [visit site]