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"Step Up, Florida - On Our Way To Healthy Living!"
Step Up, Florida! is time for everyone to get active and get healthy by taking advantage of the great physical activity opportunities that Florida has to offer. The 2007 Step Up, Florida! 4th Annual Celebration is held during the month of February in every county.

Physical Activity Really Kounts - PARKs (PDF 51 KB)
A DOH initiative that encourages individuals with disabilities to be physically active in a mainstreamed environment.

Experience the Rush of Physical Activity
Ready to become more physically active? Click on this topic for help getting started.

Physical Activities
Caloric Amounts for activities and Calculating your Target Heart Rate (THR) and your Maximum Heart Rate (MHR)..

Physical Activity Programs for Children and Teens
A list and description of programs designed to increase physical activity for children and teens.

Promoting Physical Activity
Guidelines, suggestions and resources on promoting physical activity in your community.

Links
Links to related Internet Sites.

Mission Statement
The Mission of the Physical Activity Promotion Program.

Contact Us
Contact the Physical Activity Promotion Program.


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