Supporting communities #TogetherWeMove Why staying active is SO important "Physical activity is any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure. Physical activity refers to all movement." World Health Organization Globally Physical activity has significant health benefits for hearts, bodies and minds Physical activity contributes to preventing and managing noncommunicable diseases such as cardiovascular diseases, cancer and diabetes Physical activity reduces symptoms of depression and anxiety Physical activity enhances thinking, learning, and judgment skills Physical activity ensures healthy growth and development in young people Physical activity improves overall well-being Globally, 1 in 4 adults do not meet the global recommended levels of physical activity People who are insufficiently active have a 20% to 30% increased risk of death compared to people who are sufficiently active More than 80% of the world's adolescent population is insufficiently physically active The national picture Physical inactivity now kills as many people as smoking and was found to cost the NHS Clinical Commissioning Groups £455 million in 2013-2014 nationally. As this graphic shows, we also know the specific benefits an active lifestyle can have. In Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin According to the latest Sport England Active Lives Survey, 26.6% of adults living in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin are inactive and 27.8% of children and young people are less active. We know the highest positive impact of being active is gained by those who are the least active and this is why #TogetherWeMove is focused on eliminating inactivity. Get involved in #TogetherWeMove Manage Cookie Preferences