WHO guidelines on physical activity and sedentary behaviour: at a glance (2020)

KEY MESSAGES

1. Physical activity is good for hearts, bodies and minds.
2. Any amount of physical activity is better than none, and more is better.
3. All physical activity counts.
4. Muscle strengthening benefits everyone.
5. Too much sedentary behaviour can be unhealthy.
6. Everyone can benefit from increasing physical activity and reducing sedentary behaviour, including pregnant and postpartum women and people living with chronic conditions or disability.