How Much Physical Activity Do Adults Need?
Physical activity is important for people of all ages, but it is especially important for adults. Adults need to get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity each week. They should also do muscle-strengthening activities that work all major muscle groups (legs, hips, back, abdomen, chest, shoulders, and arms) on two or more days a week. Moderate-Intensity Aerobic Activity Moderate-intensity aerobic activity is any activity that gets your heart rate up and makes you breathe harder than usual. Examples of moderate-intensity aerobic activity include brisk walking, swimming, biking, and dancing. Vigorous-Intensity Aerobic Activity Vigorous-intensity aerobic activity is any activity that gets your heart rate up very high and makes you breathe very hard. Examples of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity include running, sprinting, and jumping rope. Muscle-Strengthening Activities Musc...