Active living refers to a lifestyle choice where people incorporate pleasurable and satisfying physical activities into their daily routine. Regular daily physical activity is one of the best investments you can do for yourself. It has been shown to reduce your chances of developing high blood pressure, adult-onset diabetes, osteoporosis, stroke, colon cancer and heart disease.
Physical activity is one of the greatest preventative health investments for people of all ages.
For children, it helps with healthy growth and development. For working-age adults, it reduces stress and the risk of chronic disabling diseases, while for older adults it increases the likelihood of continued independent living and quality of life. Our modern lifestyle with all the conveniences has made us sedentary and that s dangerous for our health. Sitting around in front of the television or computer screen for long hours, riding in the car for short trips or using the elevator instead of the stairs, all contribute to our inactivity. Inactivity is a serious risk factor to our health and to our economy.