There is not much time for yourself as you devote more time to family or work. You might find your weight sneaks up if you are not careful and you can’t seem to find time to be active even though you know you should. You may feel a bit run down and tired.

Fact

The VicHealth Participation in Exercise, Recreation and Sport Survey indicates walking is  the most popular activity among Victorians.

Health Tips

Energy

• Drink low-fat milk for calcium and include small serves of lean meat for iron and zinc, plus wholegrain cereals each day.

Regular physical activity

• Making time for regular physical activity must be a priority now.

Support network

• Be sure to develop a support network around you now. This will be important to assist with your mental health throughout the future decades.

Content created June 2006