Daily Walking Guidelines for Different Age Groups
Discover daily walking recommendations tailored for children, adults, and seniors to boost health and fitness.
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Walking recommendations vary by age: Children (6-17 years) should aim for 60 minutes daily, mostly moderate-to-vigorous activity; Adults (18-64 years) should walk at least 150 minutes weekly, roughly 30 minutes daily over five days; Older Adults (65+ years) should also aim for 150 minutes weekly but adjust based on mobility and health, with an emphasis on balance and muscle-strengthening activities.
FAQs & Answers
- How much should children walk each day? Children aged 6-17 years should aim for at least 60 minutes of walking daily, primarily through moderate-to-vigorous activities.
- What is the daily walking recommendation for adults? Adults aged 18-64 years are recommended to walk at least 150 minutes weekly, which translates to approximately 30 minutes of walking each day over five days.
- How much exercise do older adults need? Older adults aged 65 years and above should aim for at least 150 minutes of walking weekly, with adjustments based on their mobility and health needs, including balance and muscle-strengthening activities.
- What types of activities count as walking? Activities such as brisk walking, hiking, and walking at a moderate pace all count toward daily walking recommendations.