Is Exercise on the Rise? - WSJ

More Americans say they are exercising regularly.

Between 2001 and 2005, the prevalence of regular physical activity increased 8.6% among women and 3.5% among men, according to an analysis by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention published today. The biggest improvement came among black men and women: Regular physical activity among black women rose 15%, and increased 12.4% for black men.

Overall in 2005, the prevalence of regular exercise for both men and women was still edging toward a national goal of 50%. (The report defined “regular physical activity” as at least 30 minutes a day of moderate exercise five times a week; or 20-minutes a day of vigorous exercise at least three days a week)....