Vigorous intensity activities are defined as activities ≥ 6 METS. Vigorous activities require the highest amount of oxygen consumption to complete the activity. Examples of vigorous physical activities include: running (5 mph >), swimming, shoveling, soccer, jumping rope, carrying heavy loads (i.e. bricks).
What does the word vigorous activity mean?
Vigorous is a description for something strong or enthusiastic. It comes from the French word vigour, meaning "liveliness, activity." An active, physically energetic person is vigorous, and mental activities can be vigorous too, when they require a lot of mental effort.
What are 3 examples of vigorous activity?
Examples of vigorous activities include:
- running.
- swimming.
- riding a bike fast or on hills.
- walking up the stairs.
- sports, like football, rugby, netball and hockey.
- skipping.
- aerobics.
- gymnastics.
