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Promoting Physical Activity During the Winter Season and COVID-19 Pandemic

Posted on February 26, 2021 by ODPHP

Two people are dancing inside.

Although Americans may be facing barriers to getting active due to the COVID-19 pandemic and recommended social distancing measures, the winter season can present unique opportunities to discover new ways to move that are fun for people of all ages. Even while wearing a mask and following social distancing guidelines, people may find they enjoy bundling up for activities like ice skating, sledding, or walking outside...

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Staying Active While Social Distancing: Questions and Answers

Posted on April 7, 2020 by ODPHP

Why is it important for me to be active?Physical activity can provide immediate benefits. Physical activity can help to boost your mood, reduce stress, improve sleep, and sharpen your focus — benefits that can be especially important during stressful times. Physical activity can also help you live a longer, healthier life by reducing the risk of many common chronic diseases, like type 2 diabetes and some cancers...

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University of Maryland’s RecWell Customizes Move Your Way for College Students

Posted on July 10, 2019 by ODPHP

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The mission of University Recreation and Wellness (RecWell) at the University of Maryland is to inspire students to be active and live well. And when RecWell employees learned about Move Your Way — ODPHP’s campaign to promote the second edition of the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans — they were struck by how well it aligned with their own efforts and messaging...

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