Nearly 25 percent of adults say they aren’t physically active1
Active individuals that participate in physical activity on a daily basis are less likely to develop chronic illnesses than those who do not. Studies also indicate that increased physical activity combined with eating a healthy diet may actually prevent or postpone a variety of chronic illnesses. Let’s Get Healthy California aims to increase the number of adults who meet physical activity guidelines.
Indicator Progress
In 2013 (baseline year), 69.1% of adults met physical activity recommendations. The most recent data available show 70.5% (2017). We hope to reach a target of 77.0% or higher by 2022.
Baseline
69.1%
Target
77.0%
Indicator Highlights
People who do not engage in adequate amounts of physical activity or do not consume enough fruits and vegetables are at increased risk for type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, some types of cancer and other chronic diseases.1
As much as 80 percent of heart disease, stroke and diabetes and over 30 percent of cancers could be prevented by increasing healthy behaviors, including physical activity levels.2
Adults Meeting or Exceeding Physical Activity Guidelines, by Demographic Category
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