5 Reasons To Be Active

1.  Physical health: Regular physical activity lowers your risk of many chronic diseases.

2.  Mental health: Doing aerobic or a mix of aerobic and muscle-strengthening activities 3 to 5 times a week for 30 to 60 minutes can:

–  Lower your risk of depression and help treat it

–  Help keep your thinking, learning, and judgment skills sharp as you age

3.  Social health: Exercise with others to be social and build healthy relationships.

4.  Spiritual health: Yoga and tai chi help promote a sense of inner peace and connection to your environment.

5.  Fiscal health: Build a stronger immune system to avoid the medical costs of getting sick and having to take time off from work.

Take Action: Be Active Weekly Guidelines

1.  Do at least 2 hours and 30 minutes of moderate aerobic activity, such as brisk walkingOR

2.  1 hour and 15 minutes of vigorous activity, such as joggingAND

3.  Muscle strengthening exercises using all major muscle groups on 2 or more days.