Awareness Week on the importance of physical activity

From June 16 to June 22, 2025, the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation declared awareness week on the importance of physical activity. In the modern world, the physical activity of the population continues to decline: every fourth adult does not move enough. 

However, physical activity is vital for each of us, not only for well-being. Regular exercise has been proven to reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases, obesity, and type 2 diabetes, as well as reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, and improve mental performance. As we can see, there are quite a lot of positive reasons to move more. Remember, any activity is better than no activity. What will help us?

***Walking. Walking trains the cardiovascular system and improves mood. Try to walk more whenever possible.:

• get to the bus stop earlier on your way home from work;

• use stairs instead of elevators;

***Exercise and warm-up. Charging does not take much time and lasts no more than 10-15 minutes, and warming up at the workplace does not take more than 5 minutes. It will give you vigor and strength. Don't forget to move!

***Outdoor games. They are good at any age and it can become your hobby or a way to spend time with your family and play with your children. 

***Spend more time on the move!

Be physically active!