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Benefits of Physical Activity

Participation in regular physical activity can have numerous benefits for people and society, as shown below.

 

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Queensland Health recommends that you consult with your medical practitioner prior to following these physical activity guidelines, particularly where you have been previously inactive, you have heart disease or close relatives with heart disease, you are pregnant or you have other major health problems.


Last Updated: 05 July 2007
Last Reviewed: 06 March 2009