What is physical activity?

Physical activity is anything we do that involves moving our body. 

Not all physical activity is the same. Some exercises can be harder than others depending on each person.

The speed that our heart beats tells us how hard the exercise is for us (everyone is different).

Some examples of physical activity* are:

• Walking - light physical activity - heart rate is just above resting.
• Running - moderate physical activity - heart rate is higher than normal.
• Sports and Games - intense physical activity - heart is working hard.

*this would be the case for most people.