Keep Active
One of the most important tips for keeping healthy, for people of all ages, is to keep physically active. Our bodies were not designed to sit most of the day at work, home or in a office.
Overview
- Benefits of physical activity (pdf) Heart Foundation - NZ
- How much activity should I do? - Ministry of Health
- Be Active Every Day - HealthEd Govt (2 Pages - pamphlet)
Action for Kids
- Getting Kids Active Healthy Kids (Australian Website)
- Kids are born to move - SPARC - Resources for children and families
Getting Active
- Personalised training solution - Active Smart (free, online support from ACC)
- Overcoming the barriers Better Health Channel
Links & Resources
- NZ Physical Activity Guidelines - Ministry of Health
When is a Medical Check Necessary?
- Exercise levels and what to expect - Better Health Channel
What is a Green Prescription?
- Green prescriptions - Ministry of Health
- Green prescription contacts in your area - Ministry of Health
Taking Action
- YMCA recreation - YMCA
- Mapping your route - Map My Run