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5 eXeRCiSe: PARt 1 oF 5 in the introduction to this programme we discussed some of the benefits of exercising, as well as some of the obstacles we experience. hopefully you now feel clear on why you want to exercise and how you are going to manage the obstacles. EXERCISE vs. ACTIVITY Are these not the same thing? No, not quite. here is how we see these today: typE WHat is it ExaMplEs ExErCisE Strenuous or "formal" exercise that gets you sweating and out of breath (so you can talk but not sing) Running Very brisk walking Cycling fast swimming most gym exercises Weight training Aerobics classes most team sports aCtivity Gentler or "incidental" activities that are not a strain as such but do involve movement and action. Walking Shopping Gardening housework Gentle swimming (good swimmers) DIY handiwork most yoga classes You can perhaps see that there is some overlap between these (for example, very busy and "rushed" gardening can become quite strenuous, yoga can be strenuous, DIY can be both strenuous and stressful for some, and some people are pretty relaxed even at gyms) but the general idea is the important thing. You need both of these. they give different benefits and it is important be exercise AND to be active. Most experts suggest that we try to do 150-180 minutes of exercise a week and 30 minutes of activity every day. Later we'll discuss specific forms of exercise like cardio and strength training and flexibility work, but for now let's just understand these two.