Participants will not only lower their risks of cardiovascular disease by increasing their physical activity, but will also enjoy the benefits of a healthier life - including increased strength, more energy and reduced stress. Scientific studies have shown that even moderate physical activity, when performed daily, can have long-term health benefits. Exercise can help lower the risk of cardiovascular diseases and help control blood cholesterol levels, diabetes and obesity. Choose To Move is funded by the Aetna Foundation and Aetna U.S. Healthcare , sponsor of the National Women's Heart Disease and Stroke Campaign , and Healthy Choice , program sponsor of Choose To Move . Allen, who has a personal connection to heart disease having lost many family members to this serious health problem, is helping to lead this movement.
Women can participate in Choose To Move in one of two ways - via the print or online version.
The virtual version of Choose To Move is designed to fit an individual's lifestyle and schedule. It's simple, fun and easy to use. Once the registration form is completed, they can view their own online diary of the program. Open enrollment for the online version begins on April 1 and continues throughout the summer. She will automatically receive a brochure and registration material.