Australia’s physical activity recommendations for 12-18 year olds (2004)

Description

The Department of Health and Ageing has developed physical activity recommendations for children and young people from 5-18 years of age.

This brochure provides advice on why to exercise and examples of types of exercise suitable for the age group 12-18 years of age.

It is colourfully illustrated and easy to comprehend.

Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet abstract

When to use this resource

The brochure is designed to be used directly with young people, however the information may also be useful to parents and carers of young people and anyone working to promote, conduct and monitor physical activity for children and young people.

This is not an Indigenous specific resource.

Contact details

Department of Health and Ageing
GPO Box 9848
Canberra ACT 2601
Ph: (02) 6289 1555
Freecall: 1800 020 103

Links

• View resource: Australia’s physical activity recommendations for 12-18 year olds (PDF - 123.5 KB)
• View information: Australia's physical activity recommendations for children and young people
• View website: Department of Health and Ageing

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