Despite growing numbers of joggers, Canada Fitness Surveys across the country demonstrate that Canadians are less physically fit than their U. S. or Swedish counterparts. Many people were【C1】___that they do not exercise often or vigorously enough for optimal benefits. Only about 25 per cent of Canadian adults paddle【C2】the recommended level that increases the heart beat to a target level【C3】there for at least 15 minutes thrice weekly. Men are more likely to be either “sedentary” or “very active” , while women are【C4】___to be “moderately active”.

Common reasons【C5】___are no willpower, poor facilities, boredom, fatigue, no partner, sheer laziness or lack of lime. Experts【C6】that better use of available time is the answer, with incentives and rewards to help sustain the exercise habit until the benefits become so【C7】___that activity is automatically scheduled into daily routines.

A modest increase in daily activity【C8】___the sedentary could improve the overall health of our population more than increased activity in those already dedicated to exercise. Activity in older people helps them【C9】agile, work and feel better. Many elderly people who remain active have a lower-heart rate than inactive youngsters.【C10】, one famous marathoner(Clarence Demar), e-ven after age 60, was in better shape than【C11】Currently only 35 per cent of the over【C12】take regular walks. Even a small gain in fitness among the elderly may permit them to replace a restricted lifestyle with【C13】in which they can play golf, dance, cycle and【C14】The overall【C15】___is clear; physical activity benefits body and mind, and should be encouraged for all, especially those who are now the least active.

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