Physical Activity Resources

The evidence is growing and is more convincing than ever! People of all ages who are generally inactive can improve their health and well-being by becoming active at a moderate-intensity on a regular basis.

Regular physical activity substantially reduces the risk of dying of coronary heart disease, the nation's leading cause of death, and decreases the risk for stroke, colon cancer, diabetes, and high blood pressure. It also helps to control weight; contributes to healthy bones, muscles, and joints; reduces falls among older adults; helps to relieve the pain of arthritis; reduces symptoms of anxiety and depression; and is associated with fewer hospitalizations, physician visits, and medications.

Folllow the links below to learn what you can do to fit physical activity into your routine.

• National Physical Activity Guidelines Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes (2/2008)
• Physical Activity and Health: A Report of the Surgeon General
• CDC Physical Activity Recommendations
• Healthy Weight
• Fitness Tips
• Physical Inactivity Cost Calculator 
• Release of Updated Physical Activity Guidelines
• American College of Sports Medicine
• American Heart Association

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