How to Be Physically Active While Social Distancing | DNPAO | CDC

How to Be Physically Active While Social Distancing | DNPAO | CDC
Physical Inactivity Maps and Active People, Healthy Nation^SM Resources Available


More than 15% of adults in all US states and territories reported being involved in no leisure-time physical activity during the past month, according to maps and state data released earlier this year. Inactivity levels varied by race/ethnicity and location.

To increase physical activity, please join the Active People, Healthy Nation initiative as individuals and families, organizations, or community champions. The goal is for 27 million Americans to become more physical active by 2027. See communication resources.

Physical activity basics, using thePhysical Activity Guidelines for Americans, 2nd edition, outline recommended amounts and types of physical activity for different age groups. See the Physical Activity for Different Age Groups and download the Physical Activity Recommendation Chart for age-specific recommendations.

Also listen and share a podcast on physical activity guidelines for older adults in English and Spanish.

Upcoming Health Observances

May

• World No Tobacco Day, May 31

June

• National Men’s Health Month

• Great Outdoors Month

• Global Running Day, June 3

• Family Health and Fitness Day, June 13

 Men’s Health Week, June 15–21

July

• National Park and Recreation Month

• Youth Sports Week, July 20-26