Physical Activity for Different Groups

Physical Activityevery day throughout the day.

Active playthrough avarietyof enjoyable physical activities.

60 mins (1 hour)or more of moderate-to-vigorous intensity physical activity daily.

A varietyof enjoyable physical activities.

As part of the 60 minutes, on at least 3 days a week, children and adolescents need:

• Vigorous Activitysuch as running or soccer.

• Activity thatstrengthens musclessuch as climbing or push ups.
• Activity thatstrengthens bonessuch as gymnastics or jumping rope.

At least150 minutes a weekof moderate intensity activity such asbrisk walking.

At least2 days a weekof activities thatstrengthen muscles.

Aim for the recommended activity level but be as active as you are able.

At least150 minutes a weekof moderate intensity activity such asbrisk walking.

At least2 days a weekof activities thatstrengthen muscles.

Activities toimprove balancesuch as standing on one foot.

Aim for the recommended activity level but be as active as one is able.

Get at least150 minutes(for example, 30 minutes 5 days a week)of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity a week.

And

Get at least2 days a week of muscle- strengthening activitiesthat include all major muscle groups.

If you are unable to meet the recommendations, be as active as you can and try to avoid inactivity.

Get at least150 minutes(for example, 30 minutes 5 days a week)of moderate intensity aerobic activity a week such as brisk walkingduring pregnancy and the postpartum period.

Remember, some physical activity is better than none, so do what you can.