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Exercise & Physical Health

Risks of Sedentary Behavior 

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   Cardiovascular disease

      - hypertension (high blood pressure)

      - dyslipidemia (abnormal level of blood fat)

      - abnormal blood sugar levels

      - diabetes 

   Weak Bones

   Higher Mortality Rate 

US Preventive Services Task Force

Benefits of Exercise 

Minimal Amount of Exercise

Lowers mortality rates 

National guidelines suggest:

 

US adults should perform

at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity per week

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Or at least 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity physical activity per week

 

And also should perform strengthening activities at least 2 times per week.

Reduces the risk of a number of diseases 

  • some metabolic disorders

  • osteoporosis 

  • some cancers

Improves functional ability at all ages

Can Help:

  • Improve Sleep

  • Alleviate lower back pain 

Ken Fox

US Preventive Services Task Force

Let's Get Active 

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