A healthy 32-year-old man wants to start a fitness program to increase his muscle tone and muscle strength. Based on the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommendations, which advice should the nurse offer him?
A)Exercising once weekly for 20 to 30 minutes is essential to increase strength.
B)Thirty minutes of moderate physical activity three times a week is appropriate.
C)Moderately intense exercise for 1 hour three times a week will be adequate.
D)Moderate physical activity 150 to 300 minutes or more per week is needed.

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommends at least 150 to 300 minutes of moderate-intensity, or 75 to 150 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity per week for substantial health benefits, including muscle strengthening activities on 2 or more days a week.

A Healthy 32-Year-Old Man Wants to Start a Fitness Program