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Join U of L kinesiology & physical education professor Dr. Jennifer Copeland as she explores

Sitting, Standing and Stepping: The Health Implications of Our Daily Behaviour.

It is widely acknowledged that physical activity is beneficial to our health in myriad ways, including reducing our risk of developing chronic conditions such as diabetes and heart disease. In 1996 the first Surgeon General’s report on physical activity was released and shortly after, in 1998, Canada launched national guidelines for physical activity participation. But, almost 20 years later, the majority of Canadians still do not meet the minimum recommendation of 150 minutes per week of moderate activity. Furthermore, new evidence suggests that even individuals who manage to achieve these guidelines may have health risks as a result of how they spend the other 23 ½ hours of their day.

Sedentary behavior, such as prolonged sitting, has emerged as a new threat to public health-one that is increasingly pervasive. Is sitting really “the new smoking”? Or is doing a few minutes of purposeful exercise every day all that matters? In this presentation, Jennifer Copeland will discuss the continuum of human movement and examine what current research tells us about how our daily movement behaviour impacts our health.

November 26, 2015 | 7 – 9 p.m.
City Hall
910 4th Avenue South, Lethbridge

This event is free. Everyone is welcome, and there is no need to RSVP. Seating is limited, however, so arrive early!

Appetizers and bar service will be available.

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