Physical Activity - Recommendations from the Directorate of Health

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Physical activity plays a key role in maintaining and improving the health and well-being of adults. In addition to having a positive effect on mental and social health, exercise contributes to better physical health and reduces the risk of diseases, e.g. coronary heart disease, type 2 diabetes, dementia and some cancers.

Adults should limit their sedentary time. Exchanging sedentary time with physical activity of any intensity, including low intensity, positively affects health.

• All adults should engage in physical activity on a regular level

• Adults should engage in brisk activity for at least 150 minutes or vigorous activity for 75 minutes each week

• Adults should engage in muscle-strengthening exercises at least two days a week