Trends in Meeting Physical Activity Guidelines Among Urban and Rural Dwelling Adults — United States, 2008–2017 | MMWR

Trends in Meeting Physical Activity Guidelines Among Urban and Rural Dwelling Adults — United States, 2008–2017 | MMWR

Trends in Meeting Physical Activity Guidelines Among Urban and Rural Dwelling Adults — United States, 2008–2017

Since 2008, the percentage of people meeting the physical activity recommendations increased from among both urban and rural residents. But disparities persist: 

• Among urban residents, all subgroups reported increases.
• Among rural residents, no increases were reported among Hispanics and adults living in the South. 
• This lack of improvement is notable and concerning because of demonstrated burdens of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and related conditions in these groups.

Physical activity lowers the risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and depression, helps improve sleep, and reduces anxiety.