The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans

L. Piercy, Katrina; P. Troiano, Richard; Ballard, Rachel; A. Carlson, Susan; E. Fulton, Janet; A. Galuska, Deborah; M. George, Stephanie; D. Olson, Richard

doi:10.1001/jama.2018.14854

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The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans

Published in JAMA • Nov 12, 2018

Authors:

Katrina L. Piercy

Richard P. Troiano

Rachel Ballard

Abstract

Importance: Approximately 80% of US adults and adolescents are insufficiently active. Physical activity fosters normal growth and development and can make people feel, function, and sleep better and reduce risk of many chronic diseases. Objective: To summarize key guidelines in the Physical Activity...

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Medicine

Physical activity

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