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 Physical Activity Guidelines (UK)

Much research has been carried out over recent years to determine the adequate amount of physical activity for each age-group to help protect against development of some of the diseases discussed.  This is advice for the general population, and is accepted that those with existing conditions such as MS may find this a challenge due to mobility challenges or other symptoms causing difficulty.  The baseline advice is to try to 'move' as much as possible and aim to limit the time spent in sedentary activities (eg sitting).  For those with MS there are various adaptations to exercises that you can consider based on any specific limitations. The MS Trust has an excellent section on specific exercises which may be suitable (www.mstrust.org.uk/understanding-ms/lifestyle/exercises-people-ms).     

​ **UPDATE** See earlier tab for latest published MS-specific physical activity guidelines ​
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​​Please remember that these guidelines are only laid out here to show a general population benchmark; many people with MS may find this challenging due to mobility, fatigue or other symptoms; this is not meant as a competitive challenge.  It can be useful to benchmark your own capabilities by seeing what you can achieve; remember you are only working on bettering your own last attempt at an exercise so be mindful of comparing yourself to others: you are unique in your own abilities.
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**UPDATE** See earlier tab for latest published MS-specific physical activity guidelines 

Sources:
GOV.UK (2011) 'Start active, stay active'.  A report on physical activity from the four home counties' Chief Medical Officers.  Available online at: www.sportengland.org/media/2928/dh_128210.pdf 
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  • Home
  • About me
  • Lifestyle and MS
    • What is MS? >
      • Types of MS
      • What causes MS?
      • Symptoms of MS
      • How is MS diagnosed?
      • How is MS treated?
    • Stress and MS
    • Smoking and MS
    • Healthy weight >
      • What is a healthy weight for me?
    • Alcohol and MS
    • Sleep and MS >
      • Sleep hygiene tips from the MS Trust
    • Importance of hydration
  • Keeping active
    • Latest MS-specific physical activity guidelines
    • Benefits of exercise >
      • UK Physical Activity Guidelines
    • Components of physical fitness
    • What sort of 'exercise'?
    • Exercise for managing symptoms
    • Exercise and relapse
    • Tips for exercising with MS
  • Diet
    • What is a healthy diet? >
      • 7 tips for a balanced diet
      • What is a portion?
      • 5 tips from the MS Society
      • Diet to reduce risk of further diseases
    • The diet debate in MS >
      • 'Best Bet' diet
      • Overcoming MS (OMS)
      • SWANK
      • Wahls protocol
    • Diet to manage symptoms
    • Dietary supplements >
      • Vitamin D
      • Vitamin B12
      • Essential Fatty Acids
    • Tips for cooking with MS
  • Blog
    • Blog posts (PDF)
  • Contact
    • Useful resources