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Recommendations for physical activity
The manual presents recommendations for physical activity in Denmark in
accordance with the international recommendations for physical activity. The
recommended quantities are based on a qualified estimate informed by evidence
in this field. The recommendations are based on educational considerations
and the desire to maintain motivation for physical activity among the
specific groups desired to be engaged. The aim is to activate the people who
are currently least physically active.
Recommendations for physical activity for children and adolescents (5-17 years
old)
Be physically active for at least 60 minutes per day. The activity should be of moderate to high intensity
and should extend beyond the usual short-term daily activities. If the 60 minutes is divided, each
activity should last at least 10 minutes.
Engage in physical activity of high intensity at least three times a week for at least 30 minutes to
maintain or improve physical fitness and muscle strength. Activities should include ones that increase
bone strength and flexibility.
Physical activity in addition to that recommended will have further health benefits.
Usual short-term daily activities are defined in this context as the activities carried out frequently in daily life that
are brief (less than 10 minutes) regardless of intensity.
Recommendations for physical activity for adults (18-64 years old)
Be physically active for at least 30 minutes per day. The activity should be of moderate to high intensity
and should extend beyond the usual short-term daily activities. If the 30 minutes is divided, each
activity should last at least 10 minutes.
Engage in physical activity of high intensity at least twice a week for at least 20 minutes to maintain
or improve physical fitness and muscle strength. Activities should include ones that increase bone
strength and flexibility.
Physical activity in addition to that recommended will have further health benefits.
Usual short-term daily activities are defined in this context as the activities carried out frequently in daily life that
are brief (less than 10 minutes) regardless of intensity.
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