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First time biker? Never fear - these resources are here to help you get pedaling as well as community resources (REI, BikeStation Seattle) as well as King County resources. Move More Bike Resources

Receive free health, fitness and nutrition info at SparkPeople.com.This link will take you to an external Web site (not part of the King County Web site). this online tool focuses on lifestyle change for healthy behaviors and offers interactive tools, daily tips and other reminders to help you succeed. Thanks to a DNRP employee for turning us on to this tool.

Want a Personal Activity Tracker to set goals? Track your daily activity online for free at the Alberta Centre for Active Living. This link will take you to an external Web site (not part of the King County Web site).

Yoga at your desk (or seat) and stretching videos. This link will take you to an external Web site (not part of the King County Web site).These videos show you various poses and stretches designed for people who sit all day.

Log in your Activity: Visit http://whf.org This link will take you to an external Web site (not part of the King County Web site). for a free online log for your daily miles. don't walk or run? No problem! There's a tool to convert your other physical activity to miles. Washington Health Foundation also offers other free health trackers on this site.

Join the Healthiest State in the Nation Campaign. This link will take you to an external Web site (not part of the King County Web site). You can join teams, log your miles of physical activity, and track your weight. Registration is free.

need some tips to help you get active or stay active?Tips for Exercise Success:
need some tips to help you get active or stay active? Try these posted by the American Heart Association This link will take you to an external Web site (not part of the King County Web site).

Take the Barriers to Physical Activity Quiz This link will take you to an external Web site (not part of the King County Web site). to discover the reasons some people avoid doing physical activity. Knowing why can help one overcome barriers and enjoy being active.

Join a Physical Activity Program for Women:Choose to Move” is a 12 week program designed by the American Heart Association dedicated to helping real women across the United States incorporate healthy habits without a lot of time or money. Sign up for free, read blogs of participants, and learn more at www.choosetomove.org/ This link will take you to an external Web site (not part of the King County Web site).

Physical Activity Calculator: This link will take you to an external Web site (not part of the King County Web site). Search for your favorite activities, plug in your wieght and how long you do the activity, and learn how many calories you've burned. - Or - Visit the Activity List to browse common activities and their calorie-burning equivalent. - Or - Fitness Type Quiz This link will take you to an external Web site (not part of the King County Web site).

Send an "Active" E-card: he American Heart Association has free e-cards featuring a variety of activities. Send a Heart to Heart message  This link will take you to an external Web site (not part of the King County Web site).to someone today.

Physical Activity Tool: Register for free with a user name and password, and you can get an estimated Basal Energy Expenditure (BEE) to see how much energy you expend on an average day. You'll also get recommendations and information based on your personal information — www.mypyramidtracker.gov This link will take you to an external Web site (not part of the King County Web site).