Table 1.

Dutch physical activity guidelines 2017 [10,11].

Adults and Older People ≥18 Years of Age

Children and Adolescents 4–18 Years of Age

Physical activity is good for you—the more, the better Engage in physical activity of moderate intensity for at least 150 min every week, spread over several different days. For example, walking and cycling. The longer you are physically active, and the more frequent and/or more vigorous the activity, the more your health will benefit. Do activities that strengthen your muscles and bones at least twice a week. Older people should combine these with balance exercises. And: avoid spending long periods sitting down.

Physical activity is good for you—the more, the better Engage in physical activity of moderate intensity for at least one hour every day. The longer you are physically active, and the more frequent and/or more vigorous the activity, the more your health will benefit. Do activities that strengthen your muscles and bones at least twice a week. Older people should combine these with balance exercises. And: avoid spending long periods sitting down.