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Commitment to physical activity

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

Commitment to Physical Activity as a Student Nurse: ...

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

Commitment to Physical Activity

I am committed to going on a walk for at least 30 minutes 3 times a week, either outside or inside!

Delainey Neddeau Mar '25

Commitment to Physical Activity

I am committed to participating in some form of physical activity at a minimum of 3 days a week for at least 45 minutes.

Blake g Mar '25

Commitment to Physical Activity

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I am committed to going to the staying active 6 days a week whether it be going to the gym or doing mat pilates at my house.

Evelyn Martinez Mar '25

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Commitment to Physical Activity

I am committed to going to the gym at least three times a week.

Reagan Jennings Mar '25

#Committed

I am committed to do yoga/pilates to stretch my body every night before clinical.

Sophie Cross Mar '25

Commitment to Physical Activity

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I am committed to staying active 6 days a week. I have been walking daily for 2.5 miles and engaging in Pilates once a week. I have started night shift clinical but still have been able to go on walks before my shift starts! I added a picture ...

Morgen Rathmell Mar '25

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Commitment for physical activity

I am committed to staying active 4-5x a week by running long distances. This commitment will be challenging with night shift clinical and work but my goal is to stick with it before my first race!! Today I was lucky and was able to run with ...

Abigail Wallace Mar '25

Commitment to Physical Activity

I am committed to being physically active at least 4 days a week and walking before every night shift clinical to stay active!

Haley Conger Mar '25

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Physical Activity Blogs

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

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

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

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

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.