Exercise—What’s the Minimum Amount?
EXERCISE—WHAT’S THE MINIMUM AMOUNT? We’ve heard hundreds of times that regular physical activity will improve our health. However, many seniors don’t care to exercise and ask what’s the minimum amount they can get by with. I came across a February 1, 2023 online article by Anthony L. Komaroff, MD, Editor in Chief, Harvard Health Letter that gives some answers, What’s the minimum amount of exercise I need each week? Here are excerpts: You’re not alone if you dislike exercise: only 20% of middle-aged and older adults spend even 15 minutes per week in vigorous physical activity. By “vigorous physical activity,”...