THREAD 1/8: The new @WHO Guidelines on Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour include 6 Key Messages:
1️⃣ Physical activity is good for hearts, bodies and minds! Regular PA ⬇️ risk of NCDs ⬆️ mental health and ⬆️ thinking, learning & overall wellbeing.
2️⃣ Any amount of PA is better than none, and more is better! What to aim for? Adults: 150 to 300 mins moderate aerobic PA per week. Children: average 60 mins of moderate aerobic PA per day.
3️⃣ All physical activity counts! PA can be done as part of work, sport and leisure or transport 🚶🏾♀️👨🏼🦽🚴♂️ as well as every day and household tasks.
4️⃣ Muscle strengthening benefits EVERYONE 💪 Older adults should also add activities which emphasize balance and coordination to help prevent falls and improve health.
5️⃣ Too much sedentary behaviour can be unhealthy 🛋. It can ⬆️ risk of heart disease, cancer & T2D. Limiting sedentary time and being physically active is good for health.
6️⃣ Everyone can benefit from ⬆️ physical activity and ⬇️ sedentary behaviour, including pregnant and postpartum women and people living with chronic conditions or disability.
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