Aerobic exercise can be defined as, "any physical activity that increases heart rate and the body's use of oxygen, helping to improve a person's overall physical fitness." 

Aerobic activity uses the largest muscle groups in the body by using the cardiovascular system to pump blood and oxygen to the heart and lungs. Aerobic activity is to be maintained for at least 10 minutes continuously, and can also be described as endurance conditioning due to the long duration of activity it requires.

The American Heart Association recommends a minimum of 30 minutes of exercise five times per week. This includes 150 minutes of moderate intensity or 75 minutes of vigorous intensity of exercise.