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The ACSM/CDC joint position statement recommends moderate intensity physical activity be performed how often?

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The ACSM/CDC recommends moderate intensity physical activity be performed 150-300 minutes per week.Moderate intensity activities are those during which a person can talk but not sing.

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The ACSM/CDC joint position statement recommends that moderate intensity physical activity be performed at least 150 minutes (2 hours and 30 minutes) to 300 minutes (5 hours) per week.

This recommendation is based on the guidelines provided by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in the 2018 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans.

Moderate intensity activities are those during which a person can talk but not sing.

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