Eating Right for Men
Move More
Regular physical activity helps improve your overall health and fitness, and reduces your risk for many chronic diseases.
Recommendation:
To get started, increase your physical activity level to 30 minutes per day, most days of the week. Ten minutes at a time is fine, and you can spread out your activity during the week, so you don’t have to do it all at once. It's about what works best for you, as long as you're doing physical activity at a moderate or vigorous level for at least 10 minutes at a time.
Always check with your doctor before beginning any exercise program, especially if you're a man over 45, or if you have cardiovascular risk factors such as smoking, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, or a family history of heart disease.
Regular Checkups
Regular health exams and tests can help find problems before they start. They can also help find problems early, when your chances for treatment are better. Regular screenings may include blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose, prostate health, and more. Talk with your doctor or healthcare provider to see what screenings are recommended for you.