Definitions and Examples of Different Intensities of Physical Activity Intensity METs Examples Sedentary behavior* 1 1.5 Sitting, reclining, or lying; watching television Light 1.6 2.9 Walking slowly, cooking, light housework Moderate 3.0 5.9 Brisk walking (2.4 4 mph), biking (5 9 mph), ballroom dancing, active yoga, recreational swimming Vigorous 6 Jogging/running, biking ( 10 mph), singles tennis, swimming laps *Sedentary behavior is defined as any waking behavior characterized by an energy expenditure 1.5 METs while in a sitting, reclining, or lying posture. Standing is a sedentary activity in that it involves 1.5 METs, but it is not considered a component of sedentary behavior. MET indicates metabolic equivalent; mph, miles per hour. Figure 2. Treatment of T2DM for primary prevention of cardiovascular disease. type 2 diabetes mellitus. CLINICAL STATEMENTS AND GUIDELINES Recommendations for Adults With High Blood Cholesterol Referenced studies that support recommendations are summarized in Online Data Supplements 11 and 12. 