Physical Activity Physical Activity is the magic potion Physical Activity is the magic potion Includes any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that results in an energy expenditure Can lead to improved health if practiced regularly

Physical Activity, U.S. Adults (1996 BRFSS, Age-adjusted)

New Recommendations for Moderate Lifestyle Activity A moderate amount of physical activity is roughly equivalent to physical activity that uses approximately 150 calories (kcal) of energy per day, or 1,000 calories per week. Active Living

When it comes to exercise, small changes make a big difference-- Burning 100 fewer calories a day is the energy equivalent of 1-2 lbs. of weight gained in a year, 10-20lbs. in 10 years Burning 100 fewer calories a day is the energy equivalent of 1-2 lbs. of weight gained in a year, 10-20lbs. in 10 years Burning 100 more calories per day could halt or reverse our obesity epidemic Burning 100 more calories per day could halt or reverse our obesity epidemic

Prevalence of Obesity* among U.S. Adults BRFSS, 1988 Source: Mokdad AH, et al. J Am Med Assoc 1999;282:16. 15% no data

Prevalence of Obesity* among U.S. Adults BRFSS, 1989 Source: Mokdad AH, et al. J Am Med Assoc 1999;282:16. 15% no data

Prevalence of Obesity* among U.S. Adults BRFSS, 1990 Source: Mokdad AH, et al. J Am Med Assoc 1999;282:16. 15% no data

Prevalence of Obesity* among U.S. Adults BRFSS, 1991 Source: Mokdad AH, et al. J Am Med Assoc 1999;282:16. 15% no data