Fact Sheets & Infographics

Active People, Healthy Nation
A national initiative by CDC and its partners. Our goal is to save lives and protect health by helping 25 million Americans become more physically active
• Role of Public Health [PDF-1.15MB]
• At a Glance [PDF-1.37MB]

Unfit to Serve-Obesity is Impacting National Security [PDF-634KB]
This infographic outlines the effects obesity has on our nation’s military readiness. It also emphasizes the many health and performance benefits increased physical activity and healthy eating can offer to current and future service members.

More People Walk to Better HealthFind out how many Americans are walking their way to better health, and what can be done to make it easier for others to walk.

2008 Physical Activity Guidelines Fact Sheets for Professionals• Physical Activity Guidelines for Adults [PDF-821KB]
• Physical Activity Guidelines for Older Adults [PDF-746KB]
• Physical Activity Guidelines for Children and Adolescents [PDF-672KB]

Physical Activity Builds a Healthy and Strong AmericaThis infographic [PDF-1.06MB] outlines the effects inadequate physical activity has on our nation’s health, economy and military readiness. It also emphasizes the many health, safety, and community benefits increased physical activity can offer.

• Social Media Tools to promote healthy eating, active living and obesity prevention