About the Guidelines
Why these Guidelines are Important
Physical activity is a foundation for a healthy lifestyle. Yet
increasingly we are seeing that Canadians of all ages are choosing
sedentary activities over active ones. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle,
with the right balance of physical activity and rest, plays an important
role in Canadians’ overall health, well-being, and quality of life,
regardless of age.
Evidence shows that sleep, sedentary behaviour and
moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) are associated with
improving risk for chronic disease. More recently, light physical
activity (LPA) consistent activities of daily living, has also been
shown to have a positive effect on health.
Because an increase in the amount of time spent in any one of these
movement-related behavious that comprise a 24-hour day will change the
amount of time spent in another, emerging research has considered how
they may interact to influence health. These time-use factors have
highlighted the importance of all movement behaviours across the whole
day (24-hour period).
Canada has developed 24-Hour Movement Guidelines, providing guidance
on the optimal amount of physical activity, sedentary behaviour, and
sleep – and the best combination of these behaviours – for Canadians of
all ages.
A Brief Chronology
Canada's Physical Activity Guide to Healthy Active Living
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