Exercise and reproduction
9th August 2011
By Guest Writer
INTRODUCTION
REGULAR physical activity has long been recognised as fundamental for physical and emotional wellbeing, and the benefits are well documented.
Despite this, most Australians – 70% – over the age of 15 years do not meet national recommendations for physical activity. Combined with increased availability of energy-dense foods and less movement overall, the Australian population, especially younger women of reproductive age, are gaining weight rapidly.
Large cross-sectional and longitudinal studies demonstrate that