Sample Physical Activity Schedules for Healthy Older Adults
Sample Physical Activity Schedules for Healthy Older Adults
The following sample schedules show how you can incorporate flexibility, cardiorespiratory, and strength components into your physical activity routine. Doing activities in all three areas is important in creating a balanced physical activity plan.
If you are not used to regular physical activity, the sample schedule below will give you an idea of how to get started. Remember to start slowly and gradually increase the frequency, intensity, and time of your activities as they become easier.
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If you are already relatively active, the schedule below is an example of one you might work toward. This schedule is certain to meet the current physical activity recommendations for adults.
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Print out a
weekly calendar
(PDF-40K) to record your progress or use it to make your own
schedule.
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Page last updated: March 24, 2008
Content Source: Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
