Brazilian adults between 18 and 24 years old surveyed in 2023 constituted the largest group who exercised regularly. Over half of Brazilian respondents in that group reported to exercise at least 150 minutes per week at a moderate pace or 75 minutes per week at an intense pace.
Share of adults who were physically active in their free time in Brazil in 2023, by age group
referring to adults who practiced moderate physical activity for at least 150 minutes per week or intense physical activity for at least 150 minutes per week in their free time
Method of interview
Telephone interview
Supplementary notes
*Survey was carried out in the capital city of each of the 26 Brazilian states, plus the Federal District of Brasília.
More information about this study's methodology can be found in pages 18 to 30.
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