Exercise
Being active is one of the best things you can do for your physical and mental health. Adults are advised to aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate activity a week.
- Updated August 2026
- Clinical review pending
- 1 source
At a glance
- Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate activity a week.
- Any activity is better than none — start small and build up.
On this page (2 sections)
Overview
Regular physical activity lowers the risk of many health problems and can lift your mood. [1]
What can help
Adults are advised to aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate activity (such as brisk walking or cycling) a week, plus muscle-strengthening activities on two days. Any movement counts, and building it into daily life helps. [1]
Sources
- NHS. Healthy living (Live Well) (opens in new tab) Accessed 12 August 2026.
About this page
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- Consumer Health editorial team
- Medical review
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- Last updated
- August 2026
- Next review due
- August 2027
Important: This information is for general guidance only and does not replace professional medical advice. It is not intended to diagnose or treat any condition. Always speak to a qualified healthcare professional — such as your GP or pharmacist — for advice about your individual circumstances, and do not start, stop or change any prescribed treatment based only on this page. If you think you are having a medical emergency, call 999. Consumer Health is an independent health-information resource and is not the NHS or a government body.
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