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Health Is Always in Style - As May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, check out tips from the President's Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition to help improve your overall health. — Britt Middleton (Photo: JGI/Jamie Grill/Getty Images)

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Make It a Family Affair - The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommends 30 minutes of physical activity, but you don't have to take drastic steps to get there. "Physical activity is more than the gym and classes. Dancing, walking, or ice skating with your family provides great physical activity opportunities, and is a great way to spend time with your loved ones," says Dominique Dawes, three time Olympic gymnast and co-chair of the President's Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition. (Photo: Purestock/Getty Images)

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Put It in Writing - One way to keep yourself accountable is to schedule time for physical activity in your calendar like any other appointment you plan to keep. (Photo: Jetta Productions/Getty Images)

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Always Be Prepared - No time for a workout after work? Keep sneakers at your desk and try going for a walk on your lunch break. Using a pedometer can help to track your steps through the day. (Photo: McDonald's Corp. via Getty Images)

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Use Technology to Your Advantage - There are a number of mobile apps geared toward weight loss to help you meet your goals. Additionally, online, you can join the President's Active Lifestyle Award challenge (PALA+) alone or with a group of friends to track your daily physical activity, plus learn about healthy eating and nutrition. (Photo: google store)

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Use You Gift for Gab - Instead of calling your best girlfriend for a chat, try burning some calories together and go for a walk as you catch-up. (Photo: Erik Isakson/Getty Images)

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Shop and Walk - When shopping, park farther away in the parking lot to get some extra movement in your day. You can also try riding your bike or walking to stores in your neighborhood. (Photo: Tim Boyle/Getty Images)

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Stay Hydrated - No matter what type of activity you engage in, experts say staying hydrated is the key to health both inside and out. Drinking water helps your body stay cool, improves cardiovascular health and helps your muscles perform at their peak. (Photo: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

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Get Limber - Yoga can be a relaxing addition to your everyday routine, improving flexibility and soothing tension. For example, Tree Pose is said to help improve concentration and can relieve tension in your hips and back. Visit Art of Living to learn about more poses. (Photo: ANDREW KELLY /LANDOV/REUTERS)

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Learn to Multi-Task - While you catch up on your favorite TV shows, use commercial breaks to squeeze in crunches, lunges and push-ups for a quick, muscle-toning set. You may even try integrating these moves into your workday. (Photo: JGI/Jamie Grill/Getty Images)

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Take It to the Yard - Yard work can not only beautify your home, it can also tone your bod. It is estimated that an adult can burn about 300 calories an hour gardening. Bonus: gardening also works muscles in your legs, arms, butt, abdominals, neck and back. (Photo: David McNew/Getty Images)

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Get the Right Tunes - Music can be a great motivator during a workout. Researchers have found that synching beats-per-minute with an exercise can increase your performance. (Photo: Apple, iTunes)

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Join a Team - Not into solo workouts? Try joining a community sports league or a pick-up game at your local park. The camaraderie with your new teammates can help keep you motivated while you have fun. (Photo: Kevin Perkins, © PacificCoastNews.com)