The acronym MET, used widely in fitness circles to help participants understand intensity of exercise, stands for
A)Metabolic exercise tests
B)Monitored exercise tests
C)Metabolic equivalents
D)Myocardial equivalents

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The term METs stands for metabolic equivalents. A MET of <3 is considered a low intensity exercise. Some examples include walking, light cycling and stretching. A moderate intensity exercise will run between 3-6 METs while a vigorous intensity exercise will have a MET in excess of 6. Some examples include running, hill climbing and vigorous cycling.

The Acronym MET, Used Widely in Fitness Circles to Help