On June 27, the US Department of Health and Human Services released the "Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans Midcourse Report: Implementation Strategies for Older Adults." The Midcourse Report is a guide to help policy makers; exercise and health professionals; healthcare providers; gerontologists; built environment professionals; local, state, territorial, and tribal leaders; and others working with older adults implement strategies to support physical activity among adults ages 65 years and older.

The guidelines serve as the primary voice of the federal government for evidence-based guidance on physical activity, fitness, and health – yet, fewer than 15% of older adults meet the recommendations outlined in the guidelines. The Midcourse Report aims to change this by highlighting effective strategies and interventions to increase physical activity levels among older people while reinforcing the message that physical activity can begin or restart at any age.

Organizations can support the activities in the Midcourse Report by using resources from Move Your Way® , the promotional campaign for the guidelines. Materials are available for older adults and healthcare providers, including videos, social media messages, fact sheets, posters, and a newly updated activity planner in English and Spanish.

To download the Midcourse report, click here

To download the promotional materials from "Move Your Way," click here