Adults aged 19-64 need to do two types of physical activity each week, to stay healthy and for general health benefits: strength and aerobic exercises.

• strength exercises on 2 or more days a week that work all the major muscles (legs, hips, back, abdomen, chest, shoulders and arms). For examples of what activity this should be click here
• At least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity such as cycling or fast walking every week or
• 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity, such as running or a game of singles tennis every week or
• A mix of moderate and vigorous aerobic activity every week. For example, 2 30-minute runs plus 30 minutes of fast walking equates to 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity,

How much physical activity you need to do each week depends on your age and circumstances. Click on the links below for further recommendations:

• older adults (65 and over)
• Disabled adults
• Pregnant women
• Women after childbirth (birth to 12 months)
• Adults and older adults

For the full report - click here

Information sourced from NHS 2017 and Department of Health and Social Care 2019

Fitting some physical activity into your day is easier than you think. Being active is good for you body, mind and health - and there are lots of easy ways you can get moving!

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