Residents from British Columbia are more likely than Canadians
overall to be at least moderately active
Body Mass Index (Adults 20+ years)
Residents of Quebec and British Columbia are more likely
than Canadians overall to be classified as having a healthy
weight and are less likely than average to be obese or overweight.
Attitudes about physical activity
Residents of British Columbia, Quebec, Ontario, and Alberta
are more likely to strongly agree that physical activity reduces
stress.
Intentions to be active and personal control
over choice to be active
Individuals from British Columbia are more likely than
Canadians overall to fully intend to be active, and are more
likely to report having complete control over their ability
to fit physical activity into their daily routines.
Confidence in ability to follow Guide
Individuals from British Columbia, Newfoundland, Alberta,
the Yukon, and the Northwest Territories are more likely than
the average Canadian to state their confidence in being able
to achieve 30 minutes of moderate physical activity on most
days.
British Columbia residents are more likely to be very confident
that they can achieve the daily 60-minute guideline.
Barriers to physical activity
Residents of British Columbia and the Yukon are less likely
than Canadians overall to cite cost as an important barrier.
British Columbia residents are less likely than the average
Canadian to say that a lack of interest is an important barrier
to physical activity.
Attempts to become more active
Those living in British Columbia are more likely than the
average to seek advice from health care professionals.
