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Exercise and Fitness

Learn about the health benefits of physical activity, and find resources like exercise logs, planners, and examples to help you stay consistent over time.

  • Exercise Examples and Videos

    View sample exercise routines and videos. Remember to start slow if you are new to exercise, and talk to your doctor if you have concerns.

  • Tools for Getting and Staying Active

    Explore tools to help you with your physical activity goals, including exercise planners, logs and progress tests.

  • Adding Physical Activity to Your Life

    If you're thinking, "How can I meet the guidelines each week?" don't worry. You'll be surprised by the variety of activities you have to choose from.

    • HHS, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

  • Exercising with Chronic Conditions

    Learn how to exercise safely when you have a chronic health condition, such as dementia, arthritis, or chronic pain.

    • HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Institute on Aging

  • Get Fit For Life: Exercise & Physical Activity for Healthy Aging (PDF | 10.0 MB)

    Learn about the benefits of exercise and physical activity for older adults. Plus, find detailed information on how to get started, exercise safely, and stay on track.

    • HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Institute on Aging

  • How Older Adults Can Get Started with Exercise

    Discover tips for becoming more active as an older adult, including how to get started and set fitness goals. 

    • HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Institute on Aging

  • Starting to Exercise Again after a Break

    Looking to get back on track with your exercise routine? Check out these tips.

    • HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Institute on Aging

  • Guide to Physical Activity

    Find information on the benefits of physical activity, examples of moderate physical activity, and advice for beginners.

    • HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, Obesity Education Initiative

  • Active at Any Size

    Learn about being active at any size while having fun and feeling good doing it.

    • HHS, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, Weight-control Information Network

  • Exercising on a Budget

    Try these low or no-cost ideas for exercising without breaking the bank.

    • HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Library of Medicine, MedlinePlus

  • Physical Activity

    Provides information on physical activity and the body's use of calories as well as illustrations and definitions. Also in Spanish.

    • HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Library of Medicine, MedlinePlus

  • Yoga for Health (eBook)

    Find detailed information about the benefits of yoga for health and wellbeing.

    • HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health

  • Move Your Way® Campaign: Materials for During and After Pregnancy

    View these fact sheets, posters, and videos for information on how to exercise safely during and after pregnancy.

    • HHS, Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion

  • Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans

    The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans provides evidence-based guidance to help Americans maintain or improve their health through physical activity.

    • HHS, Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion

  • Take a Walk in the Mall

    Learn how to start a mall walking program for yourself or your community. 

    • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

  • Stay Active with a Disability: Quick Tips

    Find advice on being active for individuals with disabilities. 

    • HHS, Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion

  • Stay Active during Pregnancy: Quick Tips

    Learn what women who are pregnant should know before and during exercise.

    • HHS, Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion

  • Indoor Physical Activities

    Find a list of physical activities you can do indoors.

    • University of Illinois Extension

  • How to: Gauge Exercise Level (Video)

    Watch this video to understand the differences between low, moderate, and vigorous intensity exercise.

    • Michigan State University Extension

  • 5 Ways to Increase Your Physical Activity on a Budget

    Get active without spending money or going to a gym. Here's how.

    • University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension