One of the most important things communities can do to improve the health of their people is to provide opportunities for physical activity.  Research shows that everyone, regardless of health status, benefits from being physically active. Regular physical activity fosters positive growth and development, improves brain health, and reduces the risk of a large number of chronic diseases. Physical activity, or exercise, is a protective factor for many chronic health conditions, premature mortality, and poor cardiovascular health. (HNC 2030, https://nciom.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Access-to-Exercise-Opportunities.pdf)