It may seem difficult to stay active and enjoy the outdoors during the colder months, but there are plenty of winter activities that can help you get the benefits of regular exercise. This can help you get the recommended 150 minutes per week of moderate intensity exercise.
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American Heart Association. (). American Heart Association recommendations for physical activity in adults and kids.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2024). Adding physical activity as an adult.
Harvard Medical School. (2021). Calories burned in 30 minutes for people of three different weights.
Wisconsin State Department of Health Services. (2005). Calories burned per hour.
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