Why many adults aren't moving enough: A global look from 2000 to 2022

What is it about?

Our health suffers when we don't exercise enough. It can cause illnesses, weight gain, and even have an impact on our thoughts and feelings. From 2000 to 2022, researchers examined adults' levels of physical activity across 197 nations. To find out if nations are on course to reach the target of increasing physical activity among citizens by 2030. Important points According to their definition, "not enough exercise" is fewer than 150 minutes of moderate or 75 minutes of vigorous activity each week. To produce figures for all 197 countries, they analysed surveys from 163 different nations. About 31% of persons globally did not exercise enough in 2022. In 2000, this was 23%. Compared to men, women were somewhat less active. Everywhere, older individuals (60+) were getting less active. The majority of nations are not on track to increase physical activity levels by the 2030 target.

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Photo by Didier VEILLON on Unsplash

Why is it important?

This study is important because it demonstrates that more has to be done to encourage exercise, particularly as people get older. It also emphasises the need of making sure that everyone, regardless of gender, age, or place of residence, is reached by efforts to promote exercise.