Intensity | Description | Example |
Sedentary | Activities that involve sitting or lying down, with little energy expenditure. | Occupational (e.g., sitting at work) Leisure (watching TV, reading, sewing, computer use for games, social networking) Transport (e.g., sitting in a car, train or bus). |
Light | Activities that require standing up and moving around, in the home, workplace or community. | Housework (hanging out washing, ironing, dusting) Working at a standing workstation. |
Moderate | Activities that requires some effort, but allow a conversation to be held. | Brisk walking, gentle swimming, social tennis. |
Vigorous | Activities that lead to harder breathing, or puffing and panting (depending on fitness). | Aerobics, jogging and some competitive sports. |