"National Exercise Day 2024: Maximizing Your Fitness Potential"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
On National Exercise Day, which falls on April 18, the government recommends 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week for adults. Tips to achieve this goal include incorporating everyday activities like dancing, household chores, and yard work, as well as strength training activities such as mowing the lawn and gardening. The "Move Your Way" activity planner provides suggestions for different populations, emphasizing that any movement is better than none.