Center for Disease Control Physical Activity & Health

Benefits of Physical Activity b Benefits extolled for years b 2nd half this century supporting evidence b 1970 information beneficial effects of vigorous exercise Focused on C/V fitnessFocused on C/V fitness –20 minutes –3 or more times a week

Physical Activity & Health b 1995 Dietary Guidelines 30 minutes/moderate daily30 minutes/moderate daily maintain and improve weightmaintain and improve weight b Need information/ research on: amount,intensity,duration,frequency and type of exercise on: specific health or disease outcomesamount,intensity,duration,frequency and type of exercise on: specific health or disease outcomes

Benefits of Regular Physical Activity b Reduces the risk of dying prematurely b Reduces risk of dying from heart disease b Reduce the risk of developing diabetes b Reduces the risk of developing high blood pressure b Helps reduce blood pressure in people who already have high blood pressure

Benefits of Physical Activity b Reduce the risk of colon cancer b Reduces feelings of depression and anxiety b Helps control weight b Helps build and maintain healthy bones,muscles and joints b Helps older adults become stronger/reduce falling

Benefits of Physical Activity b Promotes psychological well-being