Making Physical Activity a Part of Anthony's Life
Anthony, 65, has been active and fit all his life. He does 150 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity each week, plus muscle-strengthening activities on 2 days.
Anthony's Physical Activity Routine
Anthony gets up early 5 days a week and runs 3 miles. This takes him about 30 minutes. Remember, the 150 minutes of vigorous-intensity running counts as 300 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity.
With help from the staff at his retirement community's fitness facility, Anthony designed a strength training program using weight machines, which he does 2 days a week.
Sunday |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
Saturday |
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30 minute run |
Strength training |
30 minute run |
Strength training |
30 minute run |
30 minute run |
30 minute run |
Total: 150 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity + 2 days muscle-strengthening activity |
- Page last reviewed: November 5, 2008
- Page last updated: November 5, 2008
- Content source: Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
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