Take a comfortable 10-minute walk
About 10 minutes
Choose a familiar, safe route and walk at a pace that feels comfortable today.
Safety: Use a route and pace that are appropriate for you. Stop for a new concerning symptom.
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Walk most days
Walking counts toward your weekly activity at any pace, and a brisk walk is the most common way to build toward 150 minutes a week. Start with ten comfortable minutes, add a little each week, and use an indoor route on days you would rather not go out. Large studies link more daily steps with lower risk of dying, with the benefit leveling off around 6,000 to 8,000 steps for adults 60 and older.
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Take a brisk 20-minute walk
About 20 minutes
Walk at a pace where you can talk but not sing, and keep it up for about twenty minutes.
Safety: Choose a familiar route and a pace that is right for you. Stop and get medical advice for chest pain, unusual shortness of breath, dizziness, or a new concerning symptom.