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Physical Activity Guide for Older Adults

Let's look at a typical week for someone like you who is physically active...

Add it up - 30 to 60 minutes a day built right into your routine

Sunday

Stretching

Meet bird-watching group for the afternoon

Walk to a friend's house and back after dinner (10 minutes each way)

Monday

Take the linen off the beds and wash, re-make the beds

Aqua fitness class at community centre (45 minutes)

Walk with a friend after supper (15 minutes)

Tuesday

Clean some shelves in the kitchen

Walk to the park in summer, in the mall in winter (30 minutes) Wash the kitchen floor, or wash and wax the car

Lift some weights or soup cans to strengthen arms

Wednesday

"Stretch and hold" exercises

Go to the store and carry home the groceries (30 minutes) Work in the yard

Walk after supper with grandchildren and their dog

Thursday

Stretching

Walk to the doctor's office or some other appointment (20 minutes)

Folk dance class at community centre (30 minutes

Friday

"Stretch and hold" exercises

Go to the mall and take stairs instead of elevator - meet some friends for lunch

Lift some weights while watching TV - focus on arms Work in yard

Saturday

Try a yoga program on TV

Go to the store and carry home groceries (30 minutes) Vacuum (10 minutes)

Lift some weights while watching TV - focus on legs

  • Be physically active every day
  • Start where you can and gradually build up
  • Every little bit counts
  • Add it up! Add up a variety of activities each day in order to reach your goals

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