Step Up! Tackling the Burden of Insufficient Physical Activity in Europe

Being physically active is one of the most important things people can do to improve their physical andmental health. It prevents a range of non-communicable diseases, improves cognitive functioning andsleep quality, prevents falls, and reduces symptoms of depression and anxiety. Considering both theimpact of the COVID-19 restrictions on physical activity levels and the rising burden of non-communicablediseases and mental health conditions, increasing physical activity is now more important than ever.