Physical Activity Prescription Organization
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In recent decades, lifestyle has been considered as a very important factor for life quality. Many research has proved the role of lifestyle, more specifically physical activity, in the population health. In order to make a good reference for Americans policymakers, health professionals and lay people, the The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans was created in 2008. It focuses on information and guidance on the types and amounts of physical activity that needed to have health benefits.
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| *It do not include guidelines for children younger than 6 years old. Healthy growth and development of in infants and young children also depend on how much they do physical activity. However, children younger than 6 should be physically active in ways appropriate for their age and stage of development. Physical activity guidelines for children younger than 6 that are specific to the early care and education setting are included in Caring for Our Children: National Health and Safety Performance Standards; Guidelines for Early Care and Education Programs (3rd Ed.) |
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The document can be downloaded HERE. |