Kentucky Physical Activity Program
The Kentucky Physical Activity Program is part of the state Department for Public Health, Health Promotions Branch. This program promotes physical activity for all Kentuckians and helps local health departments address community physical activity needs.
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Individual Physical Activity |
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Everyone can benefit from regular physical activity. Regular, moderately intense physical activity is an important part of a healthy lifestyle.
Some of the benefits of physical activity include:
- better physical and mental health
- improved quality of life
- increased energy levels
- fewer aches and pains
- weight maintenance
- stronger muscles and bones
For additional information about adding physical activity to your life, visit any of the following Web sites:
Healthy Aging Activities - State of Arkansas
Physical Activity for Everyone - Centers for Disease Control
Fit Louisville
Partnership for a Fit Kentucky
Get Healthy Kentucky
Action for Healthy Kids
Healthier U.S.
Partnership for a Walkable America
Active Living for Life
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Promoting Physical Activity in your Community |
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Regular physical activity is associated with a healthier lifestyle. Community-wide campaigns are effective ways to increase physical activity among community residents. Community-wide campaigns have resulted in increases of as much as 5 percent in the rate of residents who make physical activity part of their daily lives.
For information about increasing your community's level of physical activity, visit any of these Web sites:
The Community Guide - Physical Activity
Healthy People in Healthy Communities
Effective Population-Level Strategies to Promote Physical Activity
Physical Activity Resources for Health Professionals
Healthy People 2010 Toolkit
Healthy Kentuckians 2010
Partnership for a Fit Kentucky
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