FAQs
Why is Fitness and Movement Important?
Why is Fitness and Movement Important?
- Regular physical activity reduces the risk of many adverse health outcomes.
- Some physical activity is better than none, so get moving!
- For most health outcomes, additional benefits occur as the amount of physical activity increases through higher intensity, greater frequency, and/or longer duration (benefits include: weight loss, muscle gain, lower blood pressure and cholesterol, lowered risk of heart disease and diabetes, increased energy and self-confidence).
- Most health benefits occur with at least 150 minutes (2 hours and 30 minutes) a week of moderate intensity physical activity, such as brisk walking. Additional benefits occur with more physical activity.
- Both aerobic (endurance) and muscle-strengthening (resistance) physical activity are beneficial.
- Health benefits occur for children and adolescents, young and middle-aged adults, older adults, and those in every studied racial and ethnic group.
- The health benefits of physical activity occur for people with disabilities.
- The benefits of physical activity far outweigh the possibility of adverse outcomes.
From www.health.gov
What is Physical Activity?
Physical activity is any body movement that works your muscles and requires more energy than resting. Walking, running, dancing, swimming, yoga, and gardening are a few examples of physical activity.
According to the Department of Health and Human Services' "2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans," physical activity generally refers to movement that enhances health.
What is Exercise?
Exercise is a type of physical activity that's planned and structured. Lifting weights, taking an aerobics class, and playing on a sports team are examples of exercise.
From: https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/health-topics/topics/phys/
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How do I request resources?
To request resources, complete the Health Promotion Resource Request Form.
