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What are the consequences of physical inactivity?

Physical inactivity is the fourth leading risk factor for global mortality

Globally, six percent of deaths are attributed to physical inactivity. This follows high blood pressure (13%), tobacco use (9%) and is equal to high blood glucose (6%). 

Moreover, physical inactivity is the main cause for approximately 21–25% of breast and colon cancers, 27% of diabetes and 30% of ischaemic heart disease burden.

Source : World Health Organization

Why is it important to exercise regularly?

Regular physical activity helps to maintain a healthy body

Physically active persons:

• Have lower rates of: coronary heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, diabetes, colon and breast cancer, and depression 
• Have a lower risk of falling and of hip or vertebral fractures
• Are more likely to maintain their weight.

Source : World Health Organization

What is a physical activity?

Physical activity should not be mistaken for sport.

Physical activity is any bodily movement produced by the skeletal muscles that uses energy. This includes sports, exercise and other activities such as playing, walking, doing household chores, gardening, and dancing.

Source : World Health Organization