Physical Activity: New guidance for preschool children aged 3 to 5

The US Department of Health and Human Services recently released the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, 2^nd edition. The guidelines outline the amounts and types of physical activity needed to maintain or improve overall health and reduce the risk of chronic disease. Key changes from the 1^st edition include new guidance for preschool children aged 3 to 5 years, more evidence of the health benefits of physical activity, and a discussion of sedentary behavior, among others. The guidelines also highlight tested strategies that can be used to get all Americans to be active and move more.