Preferred amount of exercise for older adults is
A. 10 minutes of physical activity each morning
B. 30 minutes per day of aerobic activity five times a week
C. Any increase in physical activity over a sedentary lifestyle
D. 60 minutes per day that includes 30 minutes of aerobic activity and 30 minutes of weight training five times a week
D
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