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Running counts as vigorous exercise. How many vigorous minutes a week meet the adult guideline?

75 minutes a week (or 150 minutes of moderate activity).

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  1. 75 minutes ✔
  2. 30 minutes
  3. 300 minutes

Why: US health guidelines recommend adults get 150 minutes of moderate or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity a week, or a mix. Vigorous minutes count about double, so a runner can get there in half the time.

Huh, didn't know that: Mayo Clinic says being active 30 minutes a day on most days of the week can help you meet the guidelines.

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Answer: 75 minutes. US health guidelines recommend adults get 150 minutes of moderate or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity a week, or a mix. Vigorous minutes count about double, so a runner can get there in half the time.

  1. Mayo Clinic: 5K run, 7-week training schedule for beginners www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/fitness/in-depth/5k-run/art-20050962
    150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity a week
    Checked 2026-10-12.
  2. CDC: How to Measure Physical Activity Intensity www.cdc.gov/physical-activity-basics/measuring/index.html
    Jogging or running
    Checked 2026-10-12.

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