The Surgeon General's Report states that nearly half of American youths aged 12-21 years are not vigorously active on a regular basis. In fact about 14 percent of young people report no recent physical activity and only 19 percent of all high school students are physically active for 20 minutes or more five days a week. We know that moderate amounts of activity are recommended for people of all ages. That physical activity helps build and maintain healthy bones, muscles, and joints.
Physical activity helps control weight, build lean muscle and reduce fat.
Lastly physical activity prevents or delays the development of high blood pressure and helps reduce blood pressure in some adolescents with hypertension. The quick health assessment and activities you did throughout this webquest should give you an idea of where you stand as far as your health is concerned. Take some time and review your results and then decide your course of action. If you need help starting a exercise program talk to your physical education teacher, they can lead you in the right direction.