Exercise

Links to information about different types of exercise and the associated health benefits.

For information on walking and cycling and exercise for different people, or as therapy, follow the links to the specific topic pages below.

Reviewed May 2007

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Cycling
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Links to information on the cycling and its health effects.
Exercise and Pregnancy
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Links to information on exercising and keeping fit during pregnancy.
Exercise for Children
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Links to information about exercise, sport and fitness for children.
Exercise for Young People
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Links to information on exercise, fitness, sport and physical activities for young people.
Exercise for Older People
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Links to information about exercise and fitness for older people.
Exercise Therapy
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Links to information about exercise therapy for a range of conditions and diseases.
Healthy and Active Quizzes
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Links to quizzes about body weight, food and exercise habits.
Walking
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Links to information about walking as an exercise.
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Title:   Physical activity
Publisher:   Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
Description:   The National Physical Activity Guidelines for Australians outline the minimum levels of physical activity required to gain a health benefit and ways to incorporate incidental physical activity into everyday life.
Date:   Apr 2008
Title:   Canoeing and kayaking
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Both canoeing and kayaking involve paddling a small craft through water. Canoeing and kayaking are low impact activities that can improve your health and fitness. They can be done as a hobby, a competitive sport or as a fun activity on holidays. You can paddle on rivers, lakes and the sea.
Date:   Feb 2008
Title:   Physical activity: evidence and research
Publisher:   Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
Description:   Over the last 30 years there has been a growing recognition that physical activity provides a health benefit. There is strong consistent epidemiological evidence linking a wide range of important health and social benefits to participation in regular moderate-intensity physical activity.
Date:   Dec 2007
Title:   Dog walking - the health benefits
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Almost 40 per cent of Australian households have a dog. Simply walking the dog a few times a week could offer owners health benefits, including increased cardiovascular fitness and lower blood pressure. It is important to prepare for walking your dog like you would prepare for any exercise.
Date:   Oct 2007
Title:   Tips for a healthy brain
Publisher:   Howard Florey Institute
Description:   How to keep your brain healthy including diet and exercise tips.
Date:   Sep 2007
Title:   Exercise - everyday activities
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   The everyday exercise you do is an important part of being fit and healthy. It's those everyday activities - such as housework, gardening and walking to the shops - that help to burn kilojoules and keep you fit.
Date:   Aug 2007
Title:   Epilepsy and exercise
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Physical activity can reduce the risk of seizures. However, since seizures can come on suddenly without warning, a person with epilepsy needs to make sure their exercise and sporting activities are as safe as possible.
Date:   Aug 2007
Title:   Running and jogging
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Jogging or running is a popular form of physical activity. About one in five Australians try running (or jogging) at some stage in their life. Regular running builds strong bones, improves cardiovascular fitness and helps to maintain a healthy weight.
Date:   Jul 2007
Title:   Pilates and yoga - the health benefits
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Pilates is a non-aerobic method of exercising that lengthens and stretches all the major muscle groups in the body in a balanced fashion. Yoga brings the body and mind together and is built on three main structures  exercise, breathing and meditation.
Date:   Jul 2007
Title:   Resistance training - the health benefits
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Resistance training is based on the principle that muscles of the body will work to overcome a resistance force when required to do so. Physical and mental health benefits of resistance training include improved muscle strength and tone, healthy weight, increased bone density and strength.
Date:   Jul 2007
Title:   Exercise program - the health benefits
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   A customised exercise program is a great way to stay fit. It also brings a wide range of physical and mental benefits. Gyms, where you can have a program developed for you, cater for many different types of aerobics classes and have a wide range of exercise equipment catering to different people.
Date:   Jul 2007
Title:   Dance - health benefits
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Dance has been a part of human culture, rituals and celebrations forever. Today, most dancing is about recreation and self-expression, although it can also be a competitive activity. Dance can also be an enjoyable way to stay fit.
Date:   Jul 2007
Title:   Physical activity - it's important
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Just 30 minutes of moderate activity each day can improve your health and reduce the risk of developing certain conditions or diseases.
Date:   Jul 2007
Title:   Active and healthy - Q & A
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   This fact sheet lists a range of questions and answers on being active and healthy. These questions were posted by visitors to the Better Health Channel and answered by a panel of experts, which includes general practitioners, nutritionists, physical activity professionals and other health and medical specialists.
Date:   Jun 2007
Title:   Exercise
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   Along with healthy eating and good sleep patterns, physical activity is a vital part of keeping our bodies fit and strong.
Date:   Apr 2007
Title:   Yoga
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   The physical foundation of yoga is a series of structured poses synchronised with the breath. The benefits of regular practice include increased fitness and lower levels of stress and anxiety.
Date:   Mar 2007
Title:   Physical activity keeps you healthy
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Regular physical activity has significant benefits for your health and wellbeing. Just 30 minutes of moderate activity each day can improve health and reduce the risk of developing certain conditions or diseases.
Title:   Your health
Publisher:   Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:   Tips for parents on how to maintain physical health; reasons to stay active; thinking ahead about your diet; information about what nutrition your body needs; tips for stocking up with nutritious foods for quick meals.
Date:   May 2006
Title:   Questions about overweight/ obesity and the role of activity in weight maintenance and weight loss
Publisher:   Nutrition Australia
Description:   A series of questions/answers which address the definitions and likely causes of overweight/obesity, and activity in relation to weight maintenance and weight loss.
Date:   Mar 2006
Title:   Tips for the more active person
Publisher:   Nutrition Australia
Description:   Already active people usually don?t need continual reminders to motivate themselves. These are people who just like sport. If you are one on these people who has a particular sport as your hobby, then that is fantastic as you will be constantly making time for that particular activity.
Date:   Mar 2006
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