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1. What actions would you suggest to improve the diet and fitness level of the average American?

2. Discuss the frequency, intensity and duration of various exercise activities that improve strength, flexibility, endurance and body fat reduction.

3. Discuss the role of diet in weight gain and obesity? Provide effective strategies for weight management.

4. Provide time management tips to built in a daily 15-20 minute exercise plan for the heart and abdominal fat reduction

Thank you please advise if you are able to assist.

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1. What actions would you suggest to improve the diet and fitness level of the average American?

2. Discuss the frequency, intensity and duration of various exercise activities that improve strength, flexibility, endurance and body fat reduction.

3. Discuss the role of diet in weight gain and obesity? Provide effective strategies for weight management.

4. Provide time management tips to built in a daily 15-20 minute exercise plan for the heart and abdominal fat reduction

Thank you please advise if you are able to assist.

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1. What actions would you suggest to improve the diet and fitness level of the average American?

First, before any attempt to improve the physical fitness of the average American is undertaken, a trip to the doctor for a complete physical needs to be done. Not everyone falls into this category but a large percent of Americans do have health issues that will need to be addressed prior to any stressful physical exercise program is started. After that is accomplished, it is important to start slow. There is a misperception among many people that physical fitness requires long, sweat filled hours of lifting heavy objects, running up hill for miles and wrapping up in some kind of sports gear specifically designed to melt away layers of fat. This couldn't be further from the truth. Each individual is at a different level of fitness and starting at the right point is extremely important when we consider that most people quit because working out is too hard. It is important to adopt some form of exercise that is enjoyable to you. Starting with brisk walking for 15 to 20 minutes can kick start any exercise plan. When this becomes easier, you may ...

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