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¹Healthy Active Living and Obesity Research Group, CHEO Research Institute, Department of Pediatrics, University of Ottawa, 401 Smyth Road, Ottawa, ON K1H 8L1, Canada. mtremblay@cheo.on.ca

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The Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology developed new Physical Activity Guidelines for all age groups, based on rigorous scientific evidence and stakeholder input. These guidelines offer updated recommendations for Canadians to improve health and well-being.

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Area of Science:

Public Health
Exercise Science
Kinesiology

Background:

The Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP), in collaboration with key organizations and Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC), has released updated Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines.
These guidelines cover distinct age groups: Children (5-11 years), Youth (12-17 years), Adults (18-64 years), and Older Adults (65+ years).

Framework:

The development process adhered to the Appraisal of Guidelines for Research Evaluation (AGREE) II instrument, ensuring a high standard for guideline creation.
Recommendations are founded on evidence from three systematic reviews, reflecting a comprehensive review of current scientific literature.

Implementation:

The guidelines underwent an extensive consultation process involving hundreds of domestic and international stakeholders and key informants.
This rigorous and transparent development process ensures the guidelines are evidence-based and widely applicable.

Implications:

The updated guidelines represent the most current synthesis, interpretation, and application of scientific evidence on physical activity in Canada.
These guidelines aim to inform public health strategies and promote physical activity across the lifespan for improved population health.