CA ACR188

Recognizes May 1, 2024, as Move Your Body, Calm Your Mind Day in California

Acknowledges that nearly 25 percent of California adults are not physically active and over two-thirds of children fail to meet daily physical activity guidelines

States that physical activity is 1.5 times more effective than medication or cognitive behavior therapy at reducing mild-to-moderate depression, stress, and anxiety symptoms

Notes that up to 80 percent of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes cases could be prevented through increased physical activity and healthy behaviors

Calls for the Legislature to prioritize physical activity in public health policy and promote community design that supports safe, convenient ways for people to be physically active