Wellbeing
We want to support all residents to unlock the health benefits of being active. But what do we actually mean by being active?
The Chief Medical Officer’s recommendations on physical activity are:
For toddlers and
pre-schoolers
(1 to 4 years old)
to engage in at least 180 minutes (3 hours) of physical activity per day.
For children and young people
(5 to 18 years old)
to engage in at least 60 minutes (1 hour) of physical activity per day.
For adults and older adults
(19 years old and over)
to engage in at least 150 minutes (2 ½ hours) of physical activity per week.
Don’t worry if those recommendations sound overwhelming, every bit of physical activity counts towards improving your health. The key is to take that first step, no matter how small.
