Physical activity in all its varieties often takes extremes in our society. Take a short breather in your busy day to learn interesting facts on fitness and life balance...
- The ancient Greeks believed a sound body was as important as a sound mind.
- Nearly 60 million Americans are obese.
- Average number of vacation days per year: France, 37; Canada, 26; Japan, 25; and U.S., 13.
- When training, Michael Phelps works out 5 hours a day and consumes 12,000 calories.
- About 41 million Americans have pre-diabetes. Most will develop diabetes within 10 years.
- Moderate physical activity can reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and certain cancers.
- Adults 18 and older need 30 minutes of physical activity at least five days a week.
- 77 percent of Yoga practitioners are female.
- In 2007, 42.7 million Americans were members of health clubs.
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