What is moderate exercise?

A moderate effort is often suggested for health gains, so let’s define it. When it comes to walking, a pace of “100 steps per minute” indicates a moderate effort, based on research at one university. Believe it or not, the Bee Gee’s song “Staying Alive” has a beat comparable to this pace. Another way to assess your exercise effort is called the “talk test.” Talking should take a bit of effort, but you should be able to still carry on a conversation if you are making a moderate exercise effort. Finally, a moderate effort should feel like you are hurrying to a meeting or rushing just a bit to catch a scheduled train.