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Elina
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I finished my Week 1 commitment and feel great. Some of my steps were small. (E.g. I ran/walked short distances). I still followed through and reached my goal. How's everyone else doing?
Elina 1d
Elina
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I commit to biking once a week, lifting weights twice a week, run/walk twice a week.
Elina 7d
ChristiM ChristiM 5d

@Elina excellent commitment! You've got this!

Catalina
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I am committed to staying active through my night shift immersion. My exercise routine includes weight lifting and cardio 5x a week, as well as walks outside with my dog to help keep us both active.
Catalina 19d
ChristiM ChristiM 18d

@Catalina You've got a great routine set up! Excellent commitment!

Rowan R.
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As a nursing student, staying active is really important to me for both my physical and mental health. With night shift clinicals starting, I’m committed to keeping movement a part of my routine, even when it’s challenging. I play on my ...
Rowan R. 20d
ChristiM ChristiM 19d

@Rowan R.
Great commitment! You've got this!

strawberry
Committed to physical activity!
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Weightlifting is my favorite hobby
strawberry 20d
Anna R
I'm committed to physical activity by going on a walk or ...
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Anna R 22d
Kendall S.
Commitment to Physical Activity
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I am committed to remaining active during my night clinicals! More specifically, I will go on walks outside to ensure I am moving my body and getting enough vitamin D.
Kendall S. 24d
chsmccb
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I have always been a runner but after reading a 2022 study that recommended 300 minutes of vigorous physical exercise to reduce all-cause mortality (Lee et al., 2022), I decided that I needed to do more for my physical health so I joined a ...
chsmccb Sep '25
baileysmall
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I'm committed to physical activity and make an effort to exercise reguarly atleast four times per week. Exercise benefits both the body and soul. My favorite version of exercise is swimming in a lake or ocean.
baileysmall Mar '25
Olivia Crawford
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I am committed to enjoying the sunshine and taking long walks at least 4 days a week. I especially enjoy taking friends along to decompress, laugh, and catch up with one another amidst all the craziness of life. I have always enjoyed ...
Olivia Crawford Mar '25

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Physical Activity Blogs

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ANA Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation® Blog: Stepping Out Together 5052
ANA Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation® Blog: Stepping Out Together

5 reasons to get your steps with a buddy

Added by Holly E Carpenter, RN, BSN Blog Physical Activity 03/05/2025
ANA Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation® Blog: Staying Fit on the Go 4921
ANA Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation® Blog: Staying Fit on the Go

Quick and easy exercises you can fit into a busy workday

Added by Holly E Carpenter, RN, BSN Blog Physical Activity 11/07/2024
8 Ways to Overcome Gymtimidation: A Nurse's Guide to Getting Acquainted With the Gym 4776
8 Ways to Overcome Gymtimidation: A Nurse's Guide to Getting Acquainted With the Gym

Does the thought of heading to the gym for a workout fill you with dread? Maybe you know you need to exercise, but it’s a chore you tend to put off. We get it. But we’re halfway through the year, so if going to the gym is on your list of resolutions, it’s time to make it happen. Physical activity is a top New Year’s resolution for many Americans. In 2024, 21% of ...

Added by Holly E Carpenter, RN, BSN Blog Physical Activity 06/26/2024
Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation™ Blog - 10+ Adult Team Sports That Promote Movement And Socialization 4435
Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation™ Blog - 10+ Adult Team Sports That Promote Movement And Socialization

When you think of playing a team sport, do you have tunnel vision of your school-age days? Or do you associate organized athletics with cheering for your kids on the sidelines? Just because you’re an adult now doesn’t mean you can’t also enjoy the camaraderie and physical benefits that come from team sports.

Added by Holly E Carpenter, RN, BSN Blog Physical Activity 04/19/2023
Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation™ Blog - Core Strength: Fundamental For Nurses’ Health 4269
Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation™ Blog - Core Strength: Fundamental For Nurses’ Health

Nursing can have physical demands such as moving equipment, reaching, and hours-upon-hours on your feet. And at the center of it all (pun intended) is your core. 

Added by Holly E Carpenter, RN, BSN Blog Physical Activity 10/15/2022

Please Note:

This webpage offers exercise and fitness information and is designed for educational purposes only. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for, nor does it replace, professional medical advice. You should consult your healthcare provider before starting this or any other fitness program to determine if it is right for your needs.