REGULAR PHYSICAL EXERCISE

SIGNIFICANCE...

• A lack of physical exercise increases the risk of many major health conditions such as:
• Heart disease
• Increased blood pressure
• Stroke
• Diabetes
• Obesity
• High Cholesterol

STATISTICS...

• Less than a third of Australians aged 15 years and over are receiving enough physical activity and two-thirds (67 per cent) are either sedentary or have low levels of exercise.
• Physical inactivity is responsible for more than five million deaths globally per year.
• Only one in five (19 per cent) of 5 to 17 year olds conduct enough physical activity to meet the Australian guidelines of 60 minutes per day.

SOME TIPS...

• A few tips maintain a healthy lifestyle with sufficient physical exercise:
• Use public transport/walk.
• Workout from home instead of the gym to save money and time.
• Join a sport club/team.

SUPPORT AGENCY - VIC HEALTH

• Vichealth promotes healthy lifestyles in Victoria including healthy eating and regular physical exercise. Some programs and services provided include:
• Active women programs.
• TeamUp - for groups, teams, organisations to promote their events and activities to locals.
• Walk to School days.

SUPPORT AGENCY - FITNESS FIRST

• If you are struggling to exercise due to a lack of motivation or a disorganised schedule, joining a gym, such as Fitness First is a very beneficial strategy. Some programs at Fitness First:
• Guided group fitness classes.
• Fitness First Initiative for teenagers.
• Express training, yoga, cycling.

SUPPORT AGENCY - MONASH

• Monash offers a range of activities and qualified and experienced fitness professionals to assist individual in reaching their health and fitness goals.
• Monash Aquatic and Recreation Centre provides access to pools and swimming instructors.
• Monash Sport gyms offer a range of equipment and trained professionals for assistance.