Australian Government - Dept of Health, Aging and Disabilities
7 May 2021
Physical activity guidelines by age
Australia's exercise guidelines have recently been overhauled, and they're going to come as a rude shock to many of us. Not only are we being told we need to do a lot more physical activity, but we're also being urged to get out of our chairs – even if we do the right amount of exercise.
The new guidelines are now officially known as Australia's Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines, and they focus not just on the exercise but on the amount of time we spend being sedentary.
Experts recommend breaking up any period of sitting that lasts longer than 20 to 30 minutes. You do this by simply standing up for a couple of minutes or taking a short walk.
Use the url below to check your recommended physical activity relative to your age.