Make 100 steps per minute an exercise goal

Special To The Washington Post

National guidelines for physical activity recommend at least 150 minutes a week of moderate intensity aerobic exercise. But if you are a walker, for instance, how do you know whether your walking speed is fast enough?

Simply count your steps, says new research. Kinesiology researchers have found that walking 100 steps a minute will give adults ages 21 to 40 the recommended, moderate-intensity exercise. Move a bit faster – at least 130 steps a minute – and you will qualify for a vigorous intensity workout.