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Physical Activity Log

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

Activity (walk, bike, play, other)

Time (minutes)

Intensity (easy, moderate, hard)

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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3.

   

Thursday

1.

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3.

   

Friday

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2.

3.

   

Saturday

1.

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3.

   

Sunday

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3.

   

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

Current as of: September 10, 2020

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