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Did you know that physical activity is essential for healthy growth and development? Being active and including physical activity into your daily life offers so many great benefits to people of all ages.
Canadian children are still not active enough. New Canadian Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines suggest that youth aged 5 to 17 years spend less time being sedentary throughout the day and move a little bit more.
Children and teenagers can do this, by:
Adults who are physically active tend to have the ability to complete daily tasks with more comfort and will feel less tired. Research has also shown that people who are physically active enjoy their job more and will take less sick days from work throughout the year.
Health Canada recommends 30-60 minutes of physical activity every day to stay healthy or to improve your health. Build physical activity into your daily life-it's easier than you think.
Seniors who participate in weight-bearing activities can reduce their rate of bone loss. Regular physical activity also maintains strength and flexibility, balance and coordination, and can help reduce the risk of falls. Physical activity will also help prolong good health and independence.
Age is no barrier to living an active lifestyle. Evidence shows that maintaining a physically active lifestyle into your older adult years will prolong your independence. Make sure to consult with a health care professional before starting any new physical activity programs.
Being active can sometimes come at a cost. To help support and encourage people who have limited finances to become more active, the following grants may be available to help:
