In a report published on Tuesday 15 February, the National Agency for Health Security (Anses) reported that 95% of the French population does not do enough physical activity and spends too much time sitting. Inactivity has health risks.
The French, poor students in sports … Today, only 5% of the adult population has enough physical activity to be healthy, according to an ANSES report. When inactivity is combined with excessive sedentary lifestyle, the risks of poor health are higher. The study also reveals that there are disparities between the population. Women are more affected. They are 70% below all levels of activity determined to be healthy, versus 42% among men. Adults with lower educational levels and those under the age of 45 are also most affected by inactivity.
Lack of physical activity and a sedentary lifestyle: the vast majority of the French population is exposed to health risks.
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Major health problem According to Montpellier doctor Olivier Coste, a sports/health mission specialist with DRAJES (Regional Academic Directorate of Youth, Commitment and Sports): “A large part of the population is far from physical activity. After. We sit too much at work or at home and do not move enough. This can lead to cardiovascular disease and certain types of cancer, both in young people between the ages of 25 and 25. 50.” According to him, they should Taking action to bring sports back to center stage: “It is a real public health problem and we must fight it from an early age. If children are active, there is a greater chance of them becoming active adults. But unfortunately, nothing has been done. We see that even in most candidate programs For the presidency, there is no place for the topic of sports – health.
Find the will and the time
Even if the ANSES study emphasizes the importance of implementing procedures aimed at promoting regular practice, personalized design remains the best solution to achieve this. As Jean-Francois, 51, who lives in Merivale, explained: “I always told myself that I couldn’t exercise because I didn’t really have time. I had obesity issues, but it wasn’t possible. I don’t mean I exercised, When I had time since I was working from home, I went to see a dietitian who told me that eating well is not enough and that it is necessary to combine this with exercise.I do sports five times a week, in the morning before going to work, and I lost thirty kilos. I think refocusing your priorities allows you to find time. Admittedly, I spend less time on a tablet or PC, but I’m a lot better physically.”
Benjamin, 42, who works in Banoles-sur-Seez feels: “I’ve been practicing judo twice a week since 2005. I also try to run between 12pm and 2pm. I believe that sport is essential in the psychological construction of a human being and we can all find time. But it is not sufficiently appreciated in companies.
Combine several activities
So how often should you train to be healthy? In 2016, ANSES has already identified the need to combine several types of activities:
- Do cardio-respiratory activity (stair climbing, cycling, running, etc.) for thirty minutes five times a week
- Perform muscle strengthening (carrying a load, playing tennis, swimming, etc.) once or twice a week
- Do stretching exercises (gymnastics, dance, yoga, etc.) two to three times a week
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