How to stay active

Exercise can be done almost anywhere and in any way.

If you feel more comfortable exercising outside or at home, then having an idea of the physical activity guidelines will be the best way to continue long-term progress.

Exercise does not have to be done in a gym. Anything from walking, playing a sport, even vacuuming your house, all count as physical activity.

To keep you happy and healthy, you may wish to mix and match across multiple options in a given week.

Use the guidelines to assist your activity levels throughout the week.

At least 150mins of moderate-intensity activity, or 75mins of vigorous-intensity activity, a week, or a mixture of both.

Basically, participating in physical activity over 3-5 days per week

Strengthening activities at least twice a week

Such as lifting weights

Reduce periods of sedentary behaviour

Standing up, taking a brief walk, and/or stretching