Physical Activity

To be fit and avoid weight gain, you’ve got to move! Most authorities on physical activity recommend at least 30 – 60 minutes of physical activity per day four or more days per week. Whether you like walking, jogging, bike-riding, swimming, jumping rope, or dancing…find an activity that you enjoy and stick with it. Families can enjoy together time and become physically fit by exercising together.

2008 Obesity Conference: “Teaming Up to Fight Obesity”

This conference is in response to the growing concerns regarding the near-epidemic problem of obesity in South Carolina. more information...

Helpful Links

South Carolina Coalition for Promoting Physical Activity
Healthy Richland (walking clubs)
Physical Activity Journal from The Center for Young Women's Health (pdf file)
Physical Activity Journal from mealsmatter.org (pdf file)

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