Exercise rates in the U.S., by age group and education level 2008

Published by Statista Research Department, Sep 30, 2010
This statistic shows the exercise habits of individuals aged 25 years and over in the United States in 2008, as differentiated by their age group and also level of education. In 2008, 81 percent of 25 to 34 year olds with a bachelor's degree also reported doing either moderate or vigorous exercise on a regular basis.

Rate of moderate or vigorous exercise participation amongst individuals aged 25 and over in the United States in 2008, by age group and education level

CharacteristicNo high school degreeHigh school graduateSome college, no degreeAssociate degreeBachelor's degree
25 to 34 45% 54% 71% 68% 81%
35 to 44 43% 51% 64% 71% 79%
45 to 54 36% 52% 62% 67% 78%
55 to 64 32% 48% 56% 61% 75%
65 and older 30% 42% 52% 61% 67%
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September 2010

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2008

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