Physical Activity

INTRODUCTIONPhysical Activity=≠Exercise

Moderate Vigorous

Physical Activity

Physical Inactivity

3.2 million DeathsGlobally

Recreation and SleepNightlife

Nature

WatchingTV Worldly

Pleasures

Walk in a

GardenBeauty ofa Farm

SleepBest RecreationOverwork

May cause

Heart Diseases Migraine

Anxiety

High

Blood Pressure

& manymore

Spiritual Life Philosophy

Spiritual Life hold some Spiritual or Religious Beliefs

We become Confident,Comfortable and...

Balancedin Life

Self RelianceDepend on Yourself

Meet your own Needs&

Physical Education

Participate Develop Skills

Independence Self - Reliance

gives opportunity toFosters qualities of

Social Relations

Self Esteem Feeling of

Outdoor Safety

Green Environment

Mental Health Supports

Social Health

Dietary PatternObesity

a growing problem

Good Nutrition

&Healthy Body

Weight

HeartDiseases

Cancer

Strengthens Muscles, Bones &

Joints

Improves Mood & Energy Level

Education30min of daily Physical Activity

recommended in Schools

People with High School Degree

Weekdays Weekends

People without High School Degree

Healthy Students=

Better Learners

Occupation+Advances inTechnology

OvertimeHours

Increased Obesogenic Behaviour

Use Stairs insteadof Elevators

Walkto

Talk

Walk&

Talk

Benefits ofPhysical Activity

Live Longer & Prevent many Chronic Diseases

Raise Metabolism & Loose Weight more Easily

Reduce Stress, Anxiety, Depression & improve Mood

Maintains Brain Function in Older Adults

Helps Digestion & Promotes Regular Bowel Movements

Improves Sleep Quality

Increases Bone Density

Graceful Aging & Maintained Looks

Improves OverallQuality of Life

Guidelinesfor Indians

Data from India shows increase in

• Type 2 Diabetes• Metabolic Syndrome• Hypertension• Coronary Heart Disease

Guidelines from Consensus Group

for Adults

30 minModerate Intensity

Aerobics

15 minWork Related

Activity

15 minMuscle Strengthening

Exercises 60 minPhysicalActivity

or Sports

for Children

And other Recommended Exercisesand Activities for the Pregnant Women,

the Elderly & Persons sufferingfrom Obesity, T2DM and CHD

ConclusionPhysical Activity

=

Healthy Mind & Body

Stay Healthy to Perform Better

Exercise to keep Body

& Mind Healthy

ExerciseBecause it’s Rewarding & Worthwhile

BibliographyHealth & Life

- By B.K.S. Iyengar

www.researchgate.net www.slideshare.net www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au