Classes:  Healthy Living

Active Living Every Day

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: I want to be physically active but I don't have enough time. Can Active Living Every Day help me?
A: Lack of time is the number one reason people say they aren't physically active. Active Living Every Day will show you how to integrate physical activity into your daily life, without disrupting your schedule.

Q: I've tried exercise programs before, but I've never had the willpower to stick with it.
A: Active Living Every Day will teach you the skills that you need to become and stay physically active. Skills such as identifying and addressing your barriers to physical activity, setting realistic goals, getting social support, motivating yourself, and making plans for difficult situations.

Q: Do I need a physician's OK to participate in Active Living Every Day?
A: Active Living Every Day promotes moderate intensity physical activity that is done outside of the classroom. Moderate intensity lifestyle physical activity is safe for almost everyone however, we encourage you to contact your physician because he/she knows best if increasing your physical activity will put you at risk for an injury or life-threatening event. In any case, your physician will want to know that you are taking this important step to improve your health by becoming more physically active.

Q: I know I can't attend some of the meetings, possible a couple weeks in a row because I travel. Will that set me back? How will I keep up?
A: We know that consistency is key so, your group leader will be in contact either by phone call or email if you are absent unexpectedly. Also, Active Living Every Day exists as an online program, which participants have exclusive access to. That means that you can keep up with the group by doing the week's session online and keeping in touch with your group leader.

Q: How do I get more information or sign up for Active Living Every Day?
A: University Fitness Center at Penn State Hershey Medical Center runs Active Living Every Day courses in our area. Contact the UFC staff at 531-7075.

Q; What is the cost of Active Living Every Day offered through University Fitness Center?
A: The fee is $165.00 for the 14-week group sessions, a textbook, a step counter, and online study guide and support for one year.

Q: Will my health insurance pay for Active Living Every Day?
A:  Active Living Every Day qualifies as one part of step 4 of Lifestyle Returns if you are an HMC employee covered under the group health plan.  See your My Benefits guide for more information.