National Health Guidelines

Step 1 –
Think of movement as an opportunity, not an inconvenience Where any form of movement of the body is seen as an opportunity for improving health, not as a time-wasting inconvenience.

Step 2-
Be active every day in as many ways as you can Make a habit of walking or cycling instead of using the car, or do things yourself instead of using labour-saving machines.

Step 3 –
Put together at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity on most, preferably all, day. You can accumulate your 30 minutes (or more) throughout the day by combining a few shorter sessions of activity of around 10 to 15 minutes each.

Step 4 –
If you can, also enjoy some regular, vigorous activity for extra health and fitness This step adds an extra level for those who are able, and wish, to achieve greater health and fitness benefits.

0-5 Year Olds

 * Should have at least three hours of activity per day.
 * Activity may be anything from walking, playing or jumping.

5-12 Year Olds

 * A combination of moderate and vigorous excerise for at least an hour a day is reccomended.
 * They should participate in a range of activities, from football and netball, to jogging & swimming.

12-18 Year Olds

 * Should participate in at least an hour of excerise per day at moderate to vigorous intensity.
 * This can be anything from sport, todancing or skateboarding.

Adults

 * Should have at least half an hour of activity per day of light excerise.
 * Activities may including walking, cycling, or aerobics.

The Elderly

 * Should have at least a half hour of moderate activity.
 * Activities may range from walking to light sport, such as lawn bowls.

Question 4
The Australian government implemented this guidelines in an attempt to help Australian citizens life a more healthy lifestyle. Benefits of being active may include: Weight reduction/weight gain prevention, lower risk of sicknesses such as heart disease or stroke, improves chances of living longer & healthier, and improves sleep.

Better Health Channel

 * The Aim: To provide up to date, quality health & medical information.
 * The Owner: Victorian State Governement
 * Began: 2008
 * Target: The citizens of Victoria
 * How it helps: By providing information to the people living in Victoria.

Jump Rope for Heart

 * The Aim: Aid research against heart disease and stroke.
 * The Sponsors: Rebel Sport, Aurizon, V-ZUG, Village Roadshow Theme Parks, & Australian Unity.
 * Began: 1983
 * Target: Young school kids.
 * How it helps: Teaching children physical skills such as rope jumping to raise money for research in heart disease and stroke.