How much exercise do I need?
Aerobic exercise | Moderate aerobic exercise for 150 minutes / week (or)
Vigorous exercise for
75 minutes / week* | You may start with
10-minutes / day, then slowly increase the time you exercise
You can combine moderate and vigorous exercise. |
Muscle strengthening and flexibility exercise | At least 2 days a week for
15 minutes each time.** | Include all major muscles of your body: neck, shoulders, arms, chest, abdomen, back, hips, knees, thighs and legs. |
If you have heart disease, breathing problems, restriction or severe pain with movement, you should see a doctor before starting to exercise.
While exercising, if you develop chest pain, severe shortness of breath, dizziness or severe pain, STOP EXERCISE immediately and see a doctor immediately.
*American Heart Association, ** American College of Exercise
