People can consult the Physical Activity Pyramid to illustrate what they can do to achieve their health and fitness goals. The base of the pyramid represents the accumulated 30 minutes of moderate activity per day needed to gain health benefits. Such activities include walking the dog or raking the leaves. People who want to improve body shape or increase endurance need to move up the pyramid to more vigorous activities for at least 20 minutes three times a week. Muscle strengthening exercises only need to be done two to three days a week.
Inactivity tops the pyramid.
Long periods of lounging should be limited. How to get started adding 30 minutes of moderate activity per day to your life. Balance on the other foot while combing your hair. Hide your TV remote. Never use valet parking.