About the Moving On! Program
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle may seem easy for highly trained athletes, but the reality is that participating in regular physical activity and eating healthfully after college may be challenging for student-athletes as their priorities change and athletic activities are no longer a structured part of daily life. The Moving On! program was developed in recognition of the importance—and challenges— of making a healthy transition out of college sports. In this program, student-athletes are provided with information about physical activity and healthy eating benefits and guidelines. Through small group discussion activities, student-athletes explore how no longer being a college athlete affects the way they see themselves, and they reflect on the role that physical activity and nutrition will play in their future lives. Student-athletes are also equipped with specific strategies to plan for their own lifestyle transition by learning how to set effective goals, prepare for unexpected challenges, and develop practical solutions. The Moving On! student-athlete workbook and facilitator guide help program participants and leaders progress through the educational content and fun activities. After completing the Moving On! program, student-athletes walk away with a game plan for next season: life!
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About the Moving On! Website
AthletesMovingOn.org supports the Moving On! program by providing educational resources related to physical activity and healthy eating behaviors for student-athletes during and after their transition out of collegiate sports. Under the Physical Activity tab, you can review physical activity guidelines, learn about the principles for designing a healthy workout, calculate your target heart rate zone, follow along with exercise demonstration videos, and check out example exercises and tips for incorporating regular physical activity into your daily life. Several videos under the Healthy Eating tab provide an overview of nutrition-related content, including information on energy intake, food portion sizes, and how to prepare healthy foods on-the-go. Here, you will also find a brief overview of recommended dietary guidelines, along with example recipes and quick tips for eating healthfully. Remember, the AthletesMovingOn.org website is provided for educational purposes only. Make sure to consult your healthcare provider before beginning a new exercise or nutrition plan.