American Heart Association Recommendations for Physical Activity

American Heart Association Recommendations for Physical Activity in Adults and Kids

Recommendations for Adults

•Get at least 150 minutes per week of moderate-intensity aerobic activity or 75 minutes per week of vigorous aerobic activity, or a combination of both, preferably spread throughout the week. •Add moderate- to high-intensity muscle-strengthening activity (such as resistance or weights) on at least 2 days per week.

•Spend less time sitting. Even light-intensity activity can offset some of the risks of being sedentary.

•Gain even more benefits by being active at least 300 minutes (5 hours) per week.•Increase amount and intensity gradually over time.

Recommendations for Kids

•Children 3-5 years old should be physically active and have plenty of opportunities to move throughout the day.

•Kids 6-17 years old should get at least 60 minutes per day of moderate- to vigorous-intensity physical activity, mostly aerobic.

•Include vigorous-intensity activity on at least 3 days per week.

•Include muscle- and bone-strengthening (weight-bearing) activities on at least 3 days per week.

•Increase amount and intensity gradually over time.