Benefits of Physical Activity
There are many ways to be physically active, and many ways that activity can help improve our health and lives. Physical activity can help your kids and family feel stronger and more confident by helping improve sleep, mood, and even grades! When it comes to physical activity it’s important to remember that all movement counts. So Walk. Run. Dance. Play!
See below for some benefits by age.
3-5 year olds: Physical activity can improve bone health and can be helpful to get out extra energy.
6-13 year olds: Physical activity can improve cognitive functions such as attention, reasoning, problem-solving, memory, language, and learning. It also reduces the risk of depression.
Adults: Physical activity can improve quality of life, bone health, and sleep. It can reduce the risk of cancer, depression and anxiety.
Older Adults: Physical activity can improve the ability to perform basic actions like memory, concentration, and processing speed. Keeping muscles strong can also reduce the risk of fall-related injuries and dementia.
For everyone, physical activity can be fun and add a breath of fresh air to your day. It can also be a chance for you to connect with your family members and community. A family walk to the park or dance in the kitchen can leave everyone with a smile.
Wondering what’s the best physical activity to do? The best activities are ones that you enjoy, feel good, and fit into your life. That could mean walking or rolling to school or work, playing a team sport, keeping busy with chores, going for a run at sunrise, and much more. Anyone can improve their health and mood just by moving – anytime, anywhere, anyway.