Julia Basso – PhD
The main message: sedentary behavior is associated with poor cardiovascular health outcomes. Exercise is important and we need to get people active as it improves a range of cardiovascular health issues, such as improved blood pressures and decreased levels of triglycerides and cholesterol.
These “guidelines for tomorrow” are recommended by the American College Sports Medicine.
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Avoid prolonged sitting.
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Increase everyday activity.
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Accumulate at least 10,000 steps per day.
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Engage in light to moderate physical activity (exercise) for 30-60 minutes per day accumulated or at least five days per week.
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Progressive resistance training 2-3 times per week, several major muscles, repetitions x8.
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Remember, every step counts and it has to be fun!
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