Be active resources

On this page you’ll find a collection of resources on being active and walking yourself happy.

Getting started

• Walk yourself happy - Getting started booklet (PDF 1MB)
• 40 Great South Australian Walks – this book has 40 walking maps from all over South Australia
• South Australian Trails – information about walking trails in South Australia
• Local councils – contact your local council via the local government finder to enquire about walking groups or trails in your area
• Heart Foundation walking groups – enter your postcode to find a walking group in your area
• Walking SA – information about walking groups in South Australia
• A range of cycling and walking maps are available from the Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure.

Physical activity guidelines

• National Physical Activity Recommendations for Children 0-5 years 
• Australia’s Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines for Children (5-12 years)
• Australia’s Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines for Young People (13-17 years)
• Australia’s Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines for Adults (18-64 years) 
• Choose Health: Be Active – A physical activity guide for older Australians
• Make Your Move – Sit Less – Be active for life! - A resource for families

Determine how "walkable" your community is

A walkable community is one that makes it safe, easy and more enjoyable for residents to walk in their neighbourhoods. Some features of these healthy, liveable, walkable communities include:

• well-connected streets
• safe crossings
• safe footpaths
• traffic calming
• tree-lined streets
• easy access to public transport and destinations that can be reached by all pedestrians.