The Importance of Promoting a Healthy Lifestyle in the Clinic

A survey of physical therapists found that 99% believe it is their job to promote a healthy lifestyle in the clinic. But when asked specific questions about what was actually recommended or what they believe should be recommended, most physiotherapists are not on the structured exercise continuum. The CDC recommends at least two days a week of resistance training and 150 minutes of high intensity cardiovascular exercise. We also need at least 300 minutes a week of physical activity.