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Older Adults
Recommendations for Physical Activity based on your current status:

All adults should accumulate at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity on five or more days of the week. Older adults can meet the physical activity recommendation with a combination of these activities using the following sample schedule:
  • Cardiorespiratory: Participate in moderate-intensity aerobic activities 3-5 days a week for at least 30 minutes each session.

  • Flexibility*: Stretch every day.

  • Strength training: Do strength-building activities 2-3 days per week.