Topic Overview
Marking progress
Use the chart below to keep track of how much activity you are getting. Include not only long walks or workouts, but also anytime you do something extra, like taking the stairs instead of the elevator, or parking at the far end of the lot at a store.
Physical activity log
Day of the week
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Activity (walk, bike, play, other)
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Time (minutes)
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Intensity (easy, moderate, hard)
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Monday
1.
2.
3.
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Tuesday
1.
2.
3.
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Wednesday
1.
2.
3.
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Thursday
1.
2.
3.
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Friday
1.
2.
3.
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Saturday
1.
2.
3.
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Sunday
1.
2.
3.
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Make a new chart each week and compare your results. The time spent each day and the intensity should increase gradually over time. You may want to bring these charts to your doctor visits.
Credits
Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson, MD – Internal Medicine
Adam Husney, MD – Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito, MD – Family Medicine
Christine R. Maldonado, PhD – Behavioral Health