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How long should a person warm up before moderate or vigorous physical activity?

1 to 2 minutes


5 to 8 minutes

10 to 15 minutes


15 to 20 minutes

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
5 to 8 minutes.

Aim for about 5–10 minutes of gradual, dynamic warm-up (brisk walking, light jogging, arm/leg swings, sport-specific movements) to raise heart rate and loosen muscles. If you’re very cold, deconditioned, or doing very intense activity, you may extend it toward 10–15 minutes.