 Physical activity is a public health priority impacting nearly every aspect of health. Physical activity can help people live longer, healthier lives.
Lack of physical activity, combined with a poor diet, is the second leading cause of preventable death and disease in the United States and a huge economic burden on the state. Increasing dependence on cars, televisions, computers and other similar conveniences make physical activity less a part of our daily lives.
The good news is achieving the recommended amount of physical activity is as simple as taking three 10-minute walks per day. Health benefits occur even with very modest increases in activity. The largest benefits occur when those who have been previously sedentary become active, even for small amounts of time.
Minnesota Council on Physical Activity and Sports (MCPAS) Biweekly:
Keep in touch with what is happening around the state of Minnesota and beyond in the area of physical activity by receiving the free MCPAS Biweekly. This biweekly electronic newsletter includes physical activity information on grants, research, programs, conferences and more.
Sign up for MCPAS Biweekly by sending an e-mail to health.activeliving@state.mn.us and request to receive MCPAS Biweekly. Please include your name, address, and phone number to be added to our database.
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