Participation in regular moderate physical activity is now widely recognised as a major component of health promotion and disease prevention.
The Health Education Authority recommend that:
- All young people should participate in one hour per day of moderate physical activity
- Young people who currently do little activity should participate in physical activity of at least moderate intensity for at least half an hour per day.
This section of the website will help you understand the benefits to this and links to the 'be active' section of this site for advice and ideas on how to put the theory into practice!!!
Foodfitness is a healthy lifestyle initiative with a unique dual approach: promoting enjoyable, healthy eating combined with increased moderate physical activity. Get the lowdown here
'Teen Weight Wise' is an independent site, with unbiased, easy-to-follow hints and tips - based on the latest evidence - to help you manage your weight for good. It will help you take a look at your current eating habits and physical activity levels, and offer a practical approach to setting your own goals for lifestyle change. Take a peek here
Everyday Sport aims to show that getting active can be fun, easy and great for improving your health and wellbeing. The campaign is designed to show how you can get active and enjoy massive benefits without disrupting your busy lives. Everyday Sport can mean different things to different people – from taking the stairs instead of the lift to signing up for an activity class at a local leisure centre or joining a sports club. Famous faces from the worlds of sport, entertainment and politics are backing the campaign, as well as local authorities, hospitals, GP surgeries, businesses and sports clubs across the country. See what it has to offer here
Kidnetic.com is a cool site for young people like you — young people who like to play hard and have fun. Kidnetic.com lets you tap into your own energy so you can feel great all day long. Check it out here