Here's How - The Guidelines - ADULTS UNDER AGE 65Many of you have questions about how much exercise you should be getting in order to gain benefit. The following information was stolen directly from the American College of Sports Medicine website. These guidelines were established by ACSM in partnership with the American Heart Association. For more information, you can log on to the American College of Sports Medicine website by going to my links page and clicking on their name line.
Do moderately intense cardio 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week OR Do vigorously intense cardio 20 minutes a day, 3 days a week AND Do 8 to 10 strength-training exercises, 8 - 12 repetitions of each exercise twice a week. Moderate-intensity physical activity means working hard enough to raise your heart rate and break a sweat, yet still being able to carry on a conversation.It should be noted that to lose weight or maintain weight loss, 60 to 90 minutes of physical activity may be necessary. The 30-minute recommendation is for the average healthy adult to maintain health and reduce the risk for chronic disease.
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