There are lots of myths surrounding the world of exercise and fitness. While some of them are harmless, others can actually lead to injury.
moderate- to vigorous-intensity exercise
The Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines (CPAG) for youth under17 recommend 60 minutes of moderate- to vigorous-intensity exercise weekly, and specify that this should include vigorous-intensity activities at least 3 days a week. For adults, the guidelines recommend at least 150 minutes of moderate- to vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity per week.