So how much physical activity do you need to achieve health benefits? Below are the recommended Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines for various populations. Take a look to find out what is recommended for your age or population.

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1. Canadian Movement Guidelines for the Early Years (0-4)
2. Canadian Movement Guidelines for Children and Youth (5-17)
3. Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines for Adults (18 – 64)
4. Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines for Older Adult (65+)
5. Canadian Guidelines for Physical Activity Throughout Pregnancy
6. Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines for Adults with Multiple Sclerosis

For more information about the guidelines and how they were developed, please visit the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology.