The exercise It plays a very important role in both physical and mental health, as it helps improve the quality of life, can prevent multiple diseases, strengthen muscles and control overweight, among others.
As indicated by the World Health Organization (WHO), physical exercise is essential but the time to dedicate can vary according to age. That is, the sports routine must adapt to the different needs that arise at each stage of life.
For this, the experts have put together five groups based on the age of people and have raised the time it is convenient to devote to physical exercise in each stage of life.
Beyond the general rules, it is always advisable to consult a doctor to address the particularities of each case.
How much exercise to do according to age?
Children under 1 year: mental exercise should be prioritized through stories, games and interactions with the environment to promote cognitive development.
They also recommend not being in strollers, armrests, or high chairs for more than an hour at a time.
From 1 to 4 years: WHO recommends dedicating at least 180 minutes to physical activity of any intensity distributed throughout the day.
It is also not recommended to keep them restrained for more than an hour or sitting for an extended period. Much less that I’m in front of the screen.
From 5 to 17 years: During this period, WHO recommends at least 60 minutes a day of moderate to vigorous intensity physical activity of an aerobic nature.
In the case of intense or vigorous aerobic physical activities, they must be carried out at least three days a week,
From 18 to 64 years old: in this range it is important to increase moderate aerobic physical activity by at least 150-300 minutes a week. In case of intense activity it should be at least 75 to 150 minutes a week. A combination of high and moderate intensity is also acceptable.
In the case of muscle-strength activities, such as weightlifting, the agency recommends doing it two or more times a week at a moderate or higher intensity that works all muscle groups.
A sedentary lifestyle is dangerous at this age, so making time in your schedule for exercise is recommended.
From the age of 65:you need to work on functional balance and strength training at moderate intensity, three or more days a week. These types of exercises are great for improving functional capacity and thus preventing falls.
It is recommended to do between 150 and 300 minutes a week.
Source: Clarin
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