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To receive health benefits from physical activity, adults should try to meet the recommendation of 30 - 60 minutes of moderate intensity* physical activity at least five days a week. For those of us with busy schedules, this can be broken up into 10- or 15-minute periods throughout the day. Greater health benefits can be achieved with activities that are more strenuous for 20 minutes or more most days of the week.

Children and adolescents need at least 60 minutes of moderate intensity* physical activity a day. As with adults, greater health benefits can be achieved with activities that are more strenuous for 20 minutes or more most days of the week.

Ready to try moving more? You can start by taking the readiness quiz. You can also begin by creating a free personalized plan to set and chart personal physical activity goals.

We've also got easy, helpful ways to increase physical activity in adults, kids and teens, people with disabilities and seniors. Take a look at some of the best physical activity sites on the web in our links collection.

*Moderate intensity is when you feel exertion during physical activity but you are able to carry on a conversation comfortably.


Readiness Quiz
Click here for: Questions designed to assist individuals aged 15 to 69 in determining whether they should see their doctor before increasing physical activity.
Adults
Click here for: Body benefits of physical activity, activity program guide and easy activity ideas.
Kids
Click here for: Fun, free things you can do to maximize activity get the most out of your school and neighborhood resources.
People with Disabilities
Click here for: Physical activity benefits and tips, local programs and national programs links.
Seniors
Click here for: Great resources for Michigan seniors who want to safely increase their physical activity and general well-being.
Links
Click here for: Our favorite physical activity-friendly websites.
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