Low-Impact Cardio
8-Week Walking Workout Plan for Adults Over 50
Go from 10-minute strolls to 150 minutes of brisk walking a week with this gradual, joint-friendly 8-week plan.
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Low-Impact Cardio for Adults Over 50
The HHS Physical Activity Guidelines recommend at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity a week. You can reach that without running or jumping. Our low-impact cardio guides cover walking plans, indoor routines for bad-weather days, and swimming and water aerobics, with pace tables and weekly targets you can track.
Low-Impact Cardio
How Long Does It Take to Walk 3 Miles? Times by Pace
Walking 3 miles takes about 45-72 minutes depending on your pace. Use our chart to find your time and an approximate step count.
Low-Impact Cardio
Low-Impact Cardio at Home Over 50: A 20-Minute Workout
A no-jumping, no-equipment cardio routine you can do in your living room. Six easy-on-the-joints moves, three rounds, about 20 minutes.
Low-Impact Cardio
Swimming and Water Aerobics Over 50: A Beginner’s Guide
Water supports your body weight, which makes swimming and water aerobics a joint-friendly way to reach your weekly cardio goal. Here is how to start.
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