Case study: Your new client is a 38 year old female that wants to be able to participate in a 3 day charity walk. Her ultimate goal is to gradually improve her cardiovascular fitness. Which of the following exercise programs should you initially prescribe to best meet your client's needs?
a. 3-5 days a week, 20-60 minutes in duration 40-85 percent HRR
b. 3-5 days a week, progressing from 1-3 hours in duration, 60-85 percent HRR
c. 5-7 days a week, 20-60 minutes duration, 35-50 percent HRR
d. 5-7 days a week, progressing from 1-3 hours in duration, 35-50 percent
Answer: a. 3-5 days a week, 20-60 minutes in duration 40-85 percent HRR