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What does WHO define as physical activity?
What does WHO define as physical activity?
Any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure.
How do both moderate- and vigorous-intensity physical activities impact health?
How do both moderate- and vigorous-intensity physical activities impact health?
They improve health.
What are some popular ways to be physically active?
What are some popular ways to be physically active?
Walking, cycling, wheeling, sports, active recreation, and play.
What benefits does regular physical activity provide?
What benefits does regular physical activity provide?
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What is the risk of death for people who are insufficiently active compared to those who are sufficiently active?
What is the risk of death for people who are insufficiently active compared to those who are sufficiently active?
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What are some health risks associated with sedentary behavior?
What are some health risks associated with sedentary behavior?
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What percentage of adults aged 18 and over were not active enough in 2016?
What percentage of adults aged 18 and over were not active enough in 2016?
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How many adolescents aged 11-17 years were insufficiently physically active in 2016 globally?
How many adolescents aged 11-17 years were insufficiently physically active in 2016 globally?
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What was the global target set by the World Health Assembly in 2018 regarding physical inactivity reduction by 2030?
What was the global target set by the World Health Assembly in 2018 regarding physical inactivity reduction by 2030?
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What toolkit launched in 2019 provides technical guidance on policy recommendations for promoting physical activity?
What toolkit launched in 2019 provides technical guidance on policy recommendations for promoting physical activity?
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