Better than a Diet Plan!

Jan 30, 2011

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What do “exercise” and Mocha, my English Springer Spaniel have in common?

Both can help me unleash a healthier life!

Walk Your Dog for Better Health

According to a Tufts University Health & Nutrition report, those who have---and walk---a dog tend to get more exercise and lose more weight than those on popular diet programs.

If exercising at least 30 minutes a day is one of your 2011 SSHW Challenges, let your “best friend” help you reach your goal.Mocha is ready for a walk!

Start a Walking Program (with or without a dog)

Mayo Clinic says walking is an ideal form of exercise:
safe, simple and no practice is required!                       
                                                                                     Mocha 
                                                                                My best friend!
Walking a dog in the winter
Sign Up for the Winter 2011
        SSHW Challenge
 


 “Register an Account” and start         walking for a healthier you---TODAY!



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Patti Wooten Swanson, PHD
Nutrition, Family, and Consumer Science Advisor 
University of California Cooperative Extension
San Diego County, CA


By Patti C. Wooten Swanson
Author - Nutrition,  Family, and  Consumer Science Advisor - Emeritus