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How much exercise should we be getting each day as a precaution to keep our bodies, lungs, and minds healthy?

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Dr. Andrew Oswari answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

20-25 minutes: Per day

Answered 4/25/2020

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Exercise: Recommend at least 150 minutes of physical activity per week. 300 minutes is even better.

Answered 6/22/2020

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