Which of these exercise prescriptions best describes an intermediate level aerobic activity program for an adult?

A. Walk 3 days per week 15 minutes per session at 40% of VO2 max.
B. Cycle 5 days per week, 30 minutes per session at 40% of VO2 max.
C. Walk 5 days per week, 60 minutes per session at 60% of VO2 max.
D. Cycle 6 days per week, 75 minutes per session at 75% of VO2 max.


Answer: C

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