Health topic quickview: Exercise

A collection of Exercise-related information in the Health website.

Page last updated: 23 April 2018 (this page is generated automatically and reflects updates to other content within the website)

A quickview of health information

Physical Activity

21 November 2017

This page contains information about the benefits of physical activity as well as tips and ideas for how to be active every day.

Nutrition and Physical Activity

17 November 2015

This section of the website contains information on nutrition and healthy eating, physical activity and promoting healthy weight.

Promoting Healthy Weight

25 September 2009

Promoting healthy weight focuses on the prevention and management of overweight and obesity. In Australia, the 2007-08 National Health Survey showed that some 61% of the adult population (18 years and over) were overweight or obese, with 25% of these classified as obese.

Publications

01 Oct 2010

National Physical Activity Recommendations for Children 0-5 years olds - Brochure, Tips & Ideas and Questions & Answers

12 May 2006

National physical activity recommendations for older Australians: Discussion Document

03 Aug 2005

Discussion Paper for the Development of Recommendations for Children’s and Youths’ Participation in Health Enhancing Physical Activity.

22 Sep 2004

Type 2 Diabetes Costs in Australia - The Potential Impact of Changes in Diet, Physical Activity and Levels of Obesity

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