5 Ways to Stay Active Together
By 10,000 Steps Team | 11 Aug 2026
Moving with others can help make physical activity part of everyday life. Learn how friends, family, colleagues, and community groups can support you to move more and stay connected.
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Unpacking Australia’s New 24‑Hour Movement Guidelines and Daily Step Target
By Professor Corneel Vandelanotte | 16 Mar 2026
Australia has released new 24‑hour Movement Guidelines, and for the first time the companion statement information includes a 7,000 steps or more per day target. Here’s what you need to know.
7,000 Steps a Day: What the New 24‑Hour Movement Guidelines Mean for Goal Setting
By Dr Melanie Clarke | 16 Mar 2026
The Australian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines introduce a companion statement recommending 7,000 steps a day for those who can track steps. This article explains what the companion statement means, how to choose a goal that fits your life, and how to use the 10,000 Steps program to personalise your movement targets.
Australian 24 Hour Movement Guidelines - Recommendations for Older Adults (65 Years and Over)
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.
Australian 24 Hour Movement Guidelines - Recommendations for Adults (18-64 Years)
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.
Australian 24 Hour Movement Guidelines - Recommendations for Pregnancy
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.
Australian 24 Hour Movement Guidelines - Recommendations for Children (0-5 Years)
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.
Australian 24 Hour Movement Guidelines - Recommendations for Children and Young People (5-17 Years)
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.
Want to exercise more? Try setting an open goal for your New Year’s resolution
By Professor Christian Swann | 5 Jan 2026
Open goals may help people stick with exercise by reducing pressure and supporting more positive motivation. This article looks at why open goals can be useful and what the research says.
10,000 Steps in South Australia: Program Impact
By 10,000 Steps Team | 16 Jun 2025
The 10,000 Steps Program supported physical activity in South Australia from 2020 to 2025 through strategic partnerships, statewide challenges, and community resources. This page highlights key outcomes, organisational stories, and changes following the end of the funding agreement.
How to Get Started Being Active Outdoors
By Dom Courtney | 22 May 2025
Outdoors Queensland's Dom Courtney shares his tips for getting started and making the most of being active outdoors.
QCWA Country Kitchens
By 10,000 Steps Team | 15 May 2025
QCWA Country Kitchens promotes healthy eating and active living in rural Queensland communities. Learn about their initiatives, resources, and success stories that inspire healthier lifestyles.
Physical Activity for Shiftworkers: Enhancing Health and Wellbeing
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.
Healthy Shiftwork
By 10,000 Steps Team | 14 May 2025
Healthy Shiftwork provides science-backed resources on sleep, nutrition, and physical activity to support shiftworkers' health. Developed through the Healthy from the Start project, it offers practical strategies for managing non-standard work schedules.
Better Health Coaching
By 10,000 Steps Team | 23 Apr 2025
Better Health Coaching is a free, phone-based health coaching program for eligible adults to help you eat well and move more for a healthier you. It’s powered by Better Health Company and delivered in partnership with Preventive Health SA.
Embracing Nature: Accessible Physical Activity for All Abilities
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.
12 Ways to Get Your Steps up 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!
The Benefits of Being Active 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.
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