

See a summary of evidence and supporting materials for interventions to increase physical activity. The Community Guide Findings for Physical Activityįindings of the Community Preventive Services Task Force (CPSTF). The Midcourse Report emphasizes the importance of children getting 60 minutes of activity throughout their entire day. According to the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, children and adolescents 6 years and older can achieve important health benefits by getting 1 hour (60 minutes) or more of daily physical activity. The US Health and Human Services report examines opportunities for youth to be more active in schools, preschools and childcare centers, communities, homes, and healthcare settings.

The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans Midcourse Report: Strategies to Increase Physical Activity Among Youth Įvidence-based strategies for increasing physical activity in young people ages 3 to 17. Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, 2 nd editionĭocument from US Department of Health and Human Services describes the amounts and types of physical activity needed to maintain or improve overall health and reduce the risk of chronic disease.
