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2008 Physical Activity GuidelinesNEW

2008 Physical Activity Guidelines
Fitting regular exercise into your daily schedule may seem difficult at first, but the 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans are more flexible than ever, giving you the freedom to reach your physical activity goals through different types and amounts of activities each week. It's easier than you think!

Press Releases

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Date Title
October 7, 2008 HHS Announces Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans
July 30, 2008 Alternative Warm-Up Program Reduces Risk
of ACL Injuries For Female College Soccer Players
July 17, 2008 Latest CDC Data Show More Americans Report Being Obese
June 12, 2008 New CDC Study Finds Gaps in Breastfeeding Support in U.S. Hospitals and Birth Centers
May 8, 2008 New CDC Study Finds Arthritis Can be a Barrier for Adults Seeking to Manage Diabetes through Physical Activity

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Page last reviewed: October 8, 2008
Page last updated: October 8, 2008
Content Source: Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion