Table 4-1.
Met 2008 Federal PA Guidelines for Adults
| Population Group | Prevalence, 2012 (Age ≥18 y), % |
|---|---|
| Both sexes | 20.7 |
| Males | 24.6 |
| Females | 17.1 |
| NH white only | 22.9 |
| NH black only | 16.6 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.7 |
| American Indian/Alaska Native only | 18.7 |
| Asian only | 17.1 |
“Met 2008 federal PA guidelines for adults” is defined as engaging in ≥150 min of moderate or 75 min of vigorous aerobic leisure-time physical activity per wk (or an equivalent combination) and engaging in leisure-time strengthening physical activity at least twice a wk.
Data are age adjusted for adults ≥18 y of age.
PA indicates physical activity; NH, non-Hispanic.
Source: National Health Interview Survey 2012 (National Center for Health sStatistics).7