The JMI program starts 1/25/10 and runs thru 4/04/10

 

Getting Started is easy...

-Register online and join a team, or start your own team.

-Choose a personal fitness goal (#minutes exercising per week).

-Track your weekly activity online.



Just Move It FAQs

1.) Do I have to exercise at a certain time or place?

2.) What is an activity point and what is it worth?

3.) What counts as exercise?

4.) What are bonus points?

5.) How many people can be on a team?

6.) Do teams have to exercise together?

7.) How do I set my fitness goal?

8.) How do I record my activity?

9.) Who can participate in Just Move It?

10.) What are the requirements of being a team captain?

11.) WIIFM (What's In It For Me)



1.) Do I have to exercise at a certain time or place?

No. You are free to choose to exercise anywhere and at any time that works best for you.

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2.) What is an activity point and what is it worth?

An activity point is worth one minute of physical exercise. For example, if you attend a 55 minute HPE activity course (aerobics, karate, tennis, etc) you have earned 55 points. Remember to earn activity points you must be physically active.

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3.) What counts as exercise?

Just Move It in any way you wish, as long as you go for at least 10 continuous minutes and get your heart rate up as much as you would during a brisk walk! Sorry, you can't count your walk to the coffee pot, that is, unless it's 10 minutes away!

Examples of Physical Activity and Exercise: walking, jogging, swimming, weight training, group exercise classes, sports, hiking, dancing, martial arts, biking and more!

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4.) What are bonus points?

Bonus points are extra points that you can earn for doing other wellness-related activities; for example our weekly wellness seminars are worth 30 bonus points. We'll post announcements to let you know about other bonus point opportunities!

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5.) How many people can be on a team?

Teams can be any size: 2, 20 or more! If you can't get a team together, don't worry, we'll get you set up with a team.

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6.) Do teams have to exercise together?

No, some teammates may want to exercise together to stay motivated, but it's not required.

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7.) How do I set my fitness goal?

You should set a goal that is challenging yet do-able. If you are just starting an exercise program and haven't done anything in a while, 30 min. three or four times a week might be a good starting place. If you already exercise regularly, try to challenge yourself...add an extra 15-30 min. per workout, or add another workout day (4 days vs 3 days). Ultimately, the challenge is not against other teams, but to challenge yourself to be healthier and more fit.

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8.) How do I record my activity?

When you register online, you will set up an account and set your fitness goal. Each day, or at least weekly, log on and record your fitness activity and bonus points.

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9.) Who can participate in Just Move It?

All students, faculty, staff and alumni are invited to participate.

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10.) What are the requirements of being a team captain?

Anyone can be a team captain. As a captain, you can choose a team name and team logo, invite people to join your team, keep your team members motivated, and plan special activities/workouts if you want!

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11.) WIIFM (What's In It For Me)?

Prizes for top student, faculty and staff
Top overall team wins the President's Fitness Cup for the year!
Other prizes and t shirts will also be given out!
Best of all...you have fun working out, making new friends, and becoming healthier!

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