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MET LEVELS
The negative effects of sedentary behavior are even prevalent in those who are at
moderate-to-vigorous activity! In order to improve and enhance one’s ability to
participate in functional and leisure activities throughout their lifespan, sedentary
behavior must be managed.
❏ Instead of watching tv or using the computer, go for a walk around the neighborhood
❏ Cook a meal with family and friends instead of going out to a restaurant
❏ Generate ideas using appropriate with loved one on ways to reduce sedentary behavior.
Make sure these activities are meaningful to them and match the appropriate MET level
they have been prescribed
❏ Start a journal of activity to monitor amount of physical activity being done each day
Sedentary: 1.0-1.5
Light-intensity: 1.6-2.9
Moderate-to-vigorous: <3.0
Leather carving or
stamping
Rapid typing
Power sanding or
sawing
Playing piano
Level: Light to Moderate (3-4 METS)
Ice or roller
skating
Gymnastics
Cricket
Archery
Squash
Downhill skiing
Horseback riding
Canoeing
Cross country
running