Physical Activity
Being active is important for overall health and wellbeing. Regular exercise - whether moderate or vigorous - reduces the risk of some cancers, heart disease, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes and weight gain. It also strengthens the bones and muscles and protects against osteoporosis and osteoarthritis. Activity promotes balance, flexibility, coordination and greater levels of energy. Added to this, physical activity helps to relieve stress, anxiety and depression.
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Despite all these good reasons for keeping active, national surveys show that one third of Australian adults get no exercise, and another third only engage in low levels of exercise. About one third of children may also be missing out on getting enough exercise.
For more information about physical activity choose from the links below:
- Physical activity and cancer risk
- Physical activity recommendations
- How to be more physically active
- Where to go for more information
