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Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, 2nd edition
Walkable InfrastructuresEnvironmental Supports for Physical Activity National Health Interview Survey, 2015
Physical Activity InfographicLearn about the effects inadequate physical activity has on our nation’s health, economy and military readiness.
Regular physical activity helps improve your overall health and fitness, and reduces your risk for many chronic diseases.
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Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans
This report summarizes the scientific evidence on physical activity and health, and will be used by the government to develop the second edition of the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans.
This report summarizes the scientific evidence on physical activity and health, and will be used by the government to develop the second edition of the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans.
Youth Compendium of Physical Activities
A helpful list of 196 common activities in which youth participate and the estimated energy cost associated with each activity.
A helpful list of 196 common activities in which youth participate and the estimated energy cost associated with each activity.
Status Report for Step it Up! The Surgeon General’s Call to Action to Promote Walking and Walkable Communities [PDF-1.24MB]
The report summarizes the state of walking and walkability when the Call to Action, as well as selected activities done since the release to sustain the messages and promote the goals established by the U.S. Surgeon General.
The report summarizes the state of walking and walkability when the Call to Action, as well as selected activities done since the release to sustain the messages and promote the goals established by the U.S. Surgeon General.
Active People, Healthy Nation
A national initiative by CDC and its partners. Our goal is to save lives and protect health by helping 27 million Americans become more physically active
• Role of Public Health [PDF-1.2MB]
• At a Glance [PDF-1.4MB]
A national initiative by CDC and its partners. Our goal is to save lives and protect health by helping 27 million Americans become more physically active
• Role of Public Health [PDF-1.2MB]
• At a Glance [PDF-1.4MB]
Status Report for Step it Up! The Surgeon General’s Call to Action to Promote Walking and Walkable Communities [PDF-1.24MB]
The Status Report summarizes the state of walking and walkability when the Call to Action was released, as well as selected activities done since the release to sustain the messages and promote the goals established by the U.S. Surgeon General.
In The Spotlight
- Physical Activity Builds a Healthy and Strong America [PDF-1.06MB]
- Promoting Airport Walking: A Guide [PDF-2.35MB]
- Walking for Transportation or Leisure Among U.S. Women and Men
National Health Interview Survey, 2005–2015 [PDF-297KB] - Adults Eligible for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention Counseling and Participation in Aerobic Physical Activity — United States, 2013
- Data, Trends and Maps Database
- Media Tools
State and Local Programs
Check out the latest state initiatives and news related to nutrition, physical activity, overweight and obesity
- Page last reviewed: November 13, 2018
- Page last updated: November 13, 2018
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