2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans

Index

This archived page has materials from the 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines. Learn about the second edition of the Physical Activity Guidelines, released in 2018.

The 2008 PAG provides evidence-based guidance to help Americans ages 6 and older maintain or improve their health through regular physical activity. Download the 2008 PAG [PDF - 8.49 MB] or click through each chapter below to view the Guidelines.

• Letter from the Secretary
• Acknowledgements
• 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans Summary
• A Roadmap to the 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans
• Chapter 1: Introducing the 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans
• Chapter 2: Physical Activity Has Many Health Benefits
• Chapter 3: Active Children and Adolescents
• Chapter 4: Active Adults
• Chapter 5: Active Older Adults
• Chapter 6: Safe and Active
• Chapter 7: Additional Considerations for Some Adults
• Chapter 8: Taking Action: Increasing Physical Activity Levels of Americans
• Glossary
• Appendix 1. Translating Scientific Evidence About Total Amount and Intensity of
  Physical Activity Into Guidelines
• Appendix 2. Selected Examples of Injury Prevention Strategies for Common
  Physical Activities and Sports
• Appendix 3. Federal Web Sites That Promote Physical Activity

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