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Physical Activity

The American Heart Association recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity a week, with at least two days of muscle-strengthening activity.

There are many resources both on and off campus to support a wide variety of physical activities. Use the information on this page to learn more about resources you have available to you.

 

CWHP offers both in-person and virtual physical activity classes!
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Harvard on the Move

  • What is Harvard on the Move? 
    • Harvard on the Move is a university-wide initiative that promotes various forms of physical activity in an effort to promote holistic wellbeing across the Harvard community.
       
    Who is Harvard on the Move? 
    • All Harvard affiliates are welcome to attend Harvard on the Move events and meetups! During the academic year, weekly meetups are led by undergraduate leaders. These undergraduates have a strong desire to promote community and wellbeing through physical movement. The undergraduates are supported by a CWHP staff member. Additional one-off events, activities, and collaborations are planned and supported by CWHP staff. 
       
    When is Harvard on the Move? 
    • Current Spring 2024 Schedule (updated 1/26/24):
      • Longwood:
        • Saturdays at 9am, Gordon Hall steps
        • Tuesdays at 6pm, meet in front of Vanderbilt Hall
      • Cambridge
        • Sundays at 10am, Malkin Athletic Center steps
        • Mondays at 4pm, Malkin Athletic Center steps
        • Wednesdays at 8:30am, Malkin Athletic Center steps
        • Thursdays at 7:30am, Malkin Athletic Center steps
      • Other Events:
    Where is Harvard on the Move? 
    • All regular run/walks meet on the stairs of the Malkin Athletic Center. Other events and activities occur at various locations around campus! 
       
    How do I join? 
    • Just show up! All speeds are welcome, and after you attend 5 meetups you’ll get some cool and exclusive HotM swag! 
    • Getting on our email list is the best way to stay updated. Join the list here.

Harvard Recreation

More On-Campus Offerings

    • Harvard Dance Center: A wide variety of offerings for all affiliates, ranging from workshops to semester long classes in many different forms of dance! 
    • CWHP Classes: Free for undergrads and a small fee for affiliates. Offerings change throughout the year so check back each semester for an updated schedule. 
    • House Intramurals (College students only): IMs are an awesome way to get moving and make friends in your residential House! Various sports and events happen throughout the year, and every house has an IM Rep that you can connect with for more info! 
    • Graduate Intramurals (Graduate students only): A newly formed Graduate-student only intramural program! A variety of leagues are offered throughout the year, as well as events like a one-day pickleball tournament! Sign up for their email list to get all the updates on leagues and events! 
    • Undergraduate Student Groups: Student groups exist for an enormous variety of activities. This includes (but isn’t limited to!) dance groups, rock climbing, various forms of martial arts, cycling, and running. Although many are limited to college students only, some groups are open to other affiliates! 
    • Blue Bikes is a public bike share system. With numerous stations on Harvard campus, they are a great way to get around. You can pay per ride, but all Harvard affiliates also have access to a discounted annual membership!