Does a Five-Minute Brisk Walk Count? Here’s What the Guidelines Say
Health
Moderate activity can add up across the day. A short brisk walk is one way to make progress when you don’t have a full half hour free. The CDC says any amount of activity can offer health benefits.
The U.S. weekly target for adults is 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity and muscle-strengthening activity on two days. You can split the aerobic minutes into smaller blocks that fit your schedule.
Try a route you can repeat before lunch or after work. Pick a pace and duration that suit your current ability, and build gradually as the routine gets easier.
