It doesn't take much to gain a range of benefits from becoming more active. For adults, engaging in at least 30 minutes of physical activity a day can improve your bones and muscles, reduce the risk of illnesses like heart disease, diabetes and colon cancer and increase your overall energy levels.

You'll find a number of tips to get moving here, whether it's at home, within the community, at work or at school. Just click on the heading you are interested in for further information.

What is physical activity?

Find out what constitutes physical activity and the different types of physical activity.  

The Australian physical activity guidelines

The Commonwealth Department of Health and Aged Care has developed physical activity guidelines and recommendations for adults, young people (12 - 18 year olds) and children (5-12 year olds). Use this section for further information about the guidelines. 

Benefits of engaging in physical activity

Participating in physical activity provides a range of benefits, both individual and societal. Use this section if you would like to find out more. 

Evidence of health benefits of physical activity

This section provides evidence of the range of health benefits and health savings. Use this section to find out more. 

Physical Activity recommendations for older adults
These recommendations were developed in reference to the existing National Physical Activity Guidelines for Adults published by the Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing.

Physical activity settings

There are many opportunities for you to be active in your workplace, community, home or school. Use this section for some useful tips. 

21 easy ways to get more action into your day

You’ve got a lot to gain by becoming more active. Use this section to find some simple tips for getting more action into your day. 

Active transport

Active transport generally refers to walking and cycling for travel to and/or from a destination, but may also include other activities such as roller blading or use of public transport. Use this section for tips on how you can incorporate active transport into your lifestyle.  

Get walking and get moving

Walking is an easy and fun way to be active which can be readily incorporated into your daily lifestyle. Use this section to find out more about walking. 

Healthy eating as part of your healthy lifestyle

A balanced diet is important for having a healthy body and mind. Use this section to find out more about incorporating healthy eating into your lifestyle.