Arnold wants to make sure he is getting enough exercise. According to the 2018 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, which of Arnold’s weekly workout plans meets their minimum recommendation?
a. He golfs for 2 hours every Sunday.
b. He bikes for 45 minutes a day, 3 days a week.
c. He runs for 15 minutes a day, 6 days a week.
d. He walks for 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week.
According to the 2018 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, the minimum recommendation is for adults to engage in at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity per week. Additionally, it is recommended to incorporate muscle-strengthening activities at least 2 days per week.
a. The 2 hours of golfing on Sundays alone does not meet the recommended weekly guideline.
b. Biking for 45 minutes a day, 3 days a week amounts to a total of 135 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity, which meets the minimum recommendation.
c. Running for 15 minutes a day, 6 days a week amounts to a total of 90 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity, which meets the minimum recommendation.
d. Walking for 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week amounts to a total of 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity, which meets the minimum recommendation.
Therefore, options b, c, and d all meet the minimum recommendation.