Overview
Being physically active is one of the most important actions that people of all ages and abilities can take to maintain and improve their health and well-being. Visit this page for an introduction to physical activity.
Benefits of physical activity
Regular physical activity has many benefits for physical health, mental health and social well-being. Even better, benefits can start building up with just a few minutes of any type of activity. Learn about the benefits of physical activity:
- Health benefits of physical activity
- Mental and emotional benefits of activity
- Physical activity and disease prevention
- Healthy lifestyle actions to reduce and manage stress
Physical fitness
One of the benefits of physical activity is improved physical fitness. Physical fitness is defined as the ability to carry out daily tasks with vigour and alertness, without undue fatigue, and with ample energy to enjoy leisure-time pursuits and respond to emergencies. Learn about aspects of physical fitness, such as muscular strength and endurance, and related topics.
- Physical activity definitions
- The three types of physical activity
- Muscular strength and endurance
- Healthy muscles
- Getting started with flexibility and stretching
- Fitness: Increasing core stability
Physical activity considerations for specific populations
Physical activity is safe for almost everyone. There are considerations for specific populations, including people with chronic conditions, people with disabilities and people who are pregnant or in the postpartum period. Learn about physical activity considerations for these populations:
