Regular movement is one of the most powerful tools we have to prevent and treat chronic conditions.
Physical Activity
Sedentary Time
One way to view activity level and health outcome is to measure health outcomes based on amount of non-active time.
General Physical Activities Defined by Level of Intensity
To categorize the activity level of your own position at work, ask yourself: How many minutes each working day do I spend doing the types of activities described as light, moderate, or vigorous?
Physical Activity Recommendations
So what is moderate and vigorous activity? Activity levels can be roughly assessed using breathing and heart rate.
Effect of Exercise on Mortality
Since 2008 the U.S. government has issued activity guidelines. So despite the recommendations, which are for a minimum amount of activity, is there benefit to more vigorous activity?
