There's a lot of information circulating about exercise. Why is it important? Numerous observational studies have found that exercising has tremendous health benefits. It is associated with reducing the risk of Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, Heart Disease, Stroke, and certain Mood Disorders and Cancers. Further, some illnesses can be improved with exercise, such as high blood pressure.The ACSM and the AHA have created some very simple guidelines on exercising for health benefit:
Moderately intense cardio for 30 minutes 5 days per week
OR
Intense cardio 20 minutes for 3 days per week + strength training 2 times per week
This is pulled directly from their recommendations. You can also find a more comprehensive report with citations of studies supporting this here.
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