Getting 150 minutes of moderate or 75 minutes of vigorous activity into your week can deliver big health benefits: lower risk of many chronic diseases, better sleep, less stress and more. But how do you know how much is enough? Watch for simple tricks to tell the difference between "moderate" and "vigorous." For more healthy action tips, download the Mayo Clinic App. http://mayocl.in/2pWM4bm | Mayo Clinic

The current physical activity guidelines undervalue vigorous activity. Vigorous activity may be 4–9× more potent than moderate activity for reducing all-cause mortality, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer risk. The exercise guidelines assume a 2:1 ratio between moderate- and vigorous-intensity activity: two minutes of moderate activity equals one minute of vigorous. That’s why the recommendations are 150–300 minutes of moderate or 75–150 minutes of vigorous activity each week. But new