10/07/2026
I wanted to quit my marathon on Sunday. Here’s what I took from it.
You don’t have to run a marathon to be healthy. Find movement you enjoy, at whatever level works for you.
A few things to know:
• The guidelines recommend 150 to 300 minutes a week of moderate activity (you can talk, but not sing), or 75 to 150 minutes of vigorous activity, plus strength training 2 days a week.
• The biggest benefit comes from just getting started. In a large study, even about an hour a week was linked to roughly 20% lower risk of death from all causes, compared with no activity.
• Start small. A 5-minute walk a few times a week counts. Build from there.
• Some days you’ll do more, some days less. That’s okay.
Every little bit helps. Talk with your care team about what’s right for you.
What kind of movement works for you? Tell me below 👇
Source: Moore et al., PLoS Medicine, 2012 (observational data). Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, 2nd ed.