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By 10,000 Steps Team | 14 Mar 2026
Adults aged 18 to 64 are advised to be active most days, minimise prolonged sitting, and aim for 7 to 9 hours of quality sleep to support overall health and wellbeing. For the complete recommendations and companion statements, review the full guidelines.
By 10,000 Steps Team | 14 Mar 2026
Adults aged 65 years and over are advised to engage in daily physical activity, limit prolonged sitting, and aim for 7 to 8 hours of quality sleep to support ongoing health and independence. For full recommendations and companion statements, review the complete guidelines.
By 10,000 Steps Team | 13 Mar 2026
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers benefit from daily active play, minimal sitting time, no screen use for the youngest age groups, and sufficient sleep to support healthy growth and development. For full recommendations and companion statements, view the complete guidelines.
By 10,000 Steps Team | 13 Mar 2026
Being active during pregnancy supports the health and wellbeing of both mother and baby. Most pregnant women can safely be active most days, including aerobic, strengthening and pelvic floor exercises, with adjustments as the body changes. For full recommendations and safety guidance, read the complete guidelines.
By 10,000 Steps Team | 13 Mar 2026
Children and young people aged 5 to 17 should be active every day, limit sitting and screen time, and get enough quality sleep to support healthy growth, development and wellbeing. For full recommendations and companion statements, view the complete guidelines.
By Anetta Van Itallie | 16 Dec 2025
Our researchers were excited to join leaders in research, policy and practice for ASPA 2025 in Newcastle, Australia. It was a vibrant forum to share evidence, build partnerships and drive real-world impact. View photos and a recap.
By Associate Professor Grace Vincent | 14 May 2025
Associate Professor Grace Vincent's research focuses on improving health and safety for shiftworkers. Learn about her innovative strategies and practical solutions for managing non-standard work schedules.
By Sasha Job | 28 Mar 2025
CQUniversity lecturer Sasha Job offers practical tips and real-world examples to help people with disability enjoy and stay active in nature.
By Dr. Stephanie Schoeppe & Rebecca Williams | 25 Mar 2025
Being active in nature is a powerful way to boost your health and wellbeing. Get moving outdoors and reap the benefits with these 12 ways to get your steps up in nature!
By Dr. Stephanie Schoeppe & Rebecca Williams | 28 Jan 2025
Nature-based physical activity is a simple way to recharge when our physical and mental batteries are low. Discover the many health benefits of being active in nature.
By 10,000 Steps Team | 27 Jan 2025
CQUniversity’s 10,000 Steps team are developing a Step into Nature campaign with the aim of getting more people to be physically active in nature.
By Janet Clarke | 13 Jan 2025
Did you know being physically active can reduce your cancer risk? Discover lifestyle factors that also contribute, and how to lower your cancer risk.
By Professor Christian Swann | 11 Dec 2024
Join Open to Move, a free program designed to help Australians aged 18-69 become more active with personalised goal-setting, expert guidance, and lasting support.
By 10,000 Steps Team | 16 Sep 2024
The 10,000 Steps Active Community Tournament was part of a research project led by CQUniversity academic Dr Stephanie Alley, and included six teams from community groups including the Men’s Shed, Probus and U3A.
By 10,000 Steps Team | 6 Sep 2024
Workplace Case Studies, developed in collaboration with organisations that have implemented 10,000 Steps Strategies offer valuable insights into the practical delivery of the Program across a range of organisation industries, sizes and locations.
By 10,000 Steps Team | 27 Mar 2024
A series of videos full of evidence-based tips and tricks to support your physical activity journey through all stages of adult life. Presented by CQUniversity's Physical Activity Research Group and partners.
By John Ferguson | 1 Dec 2023
A love of the outdoors and active lifestyles makes time spent in the sun part of our everyday lives. Discover 6 simple steps to better sun safe practice.
By Dr. Thomas Doering | 23 Nov 2023
Illness and injury can significantly impact your ability to be physically active. Depending on your circumstances, it can be hard to know where to begin, or how to safely return to physical activity. CQUniversity's Dr. Thomas Doering offers tips and tricks to get you moving again.
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