1 NORTHUMBRIA-A mailing list for the counties of Northumberland and Durham, England. 2  DUR-NBL Mailing List-A list for individuals interested in genealogy and history of Durham and Northumberland Counties.
Physical activity is any body movement that works your muscles and requires more energy than resting. Walking, running, dancing, swimming, yoga, and gardening are a few examples of physical activity. According to the Department of Health and Human Services' 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, physical activity generally refers to movement that enhances health.
Working out at a health club, swimming, cycling, running, and sports, like golf and tennis, are all forms of exercise. Physical Activity and Exercise: Understanding the Difference. Most daily physical activity is considered light to moderate in intensity. There are certain health benefits that can only be accomplished with more strenuous physical activity, however. Improvement in cardiovascular fitness is one example.