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Originally Posted by abaya
Hey all,
I'm getting back into an exercise schedule, and I've found that I do really well with running (treadmill) for 15 mins and then switching to the ergometer (rowing machine) for another 10 mins, usually 3 times a week.
I know this is only 25 minutes total, but it feels good to me, and I don't know how useful it is to go above and beyond this, other than to build endurance. Most people say to do 30 mins of exercise 3-5 times a week (at least), but does this mean I am "under the minimum?" Should I push it up to 30 mins, and try to go every day?
I like going MWF for a short time, and I will start adding weights after my cardio. But if it's not going to help me in the long run, I'd like some advice... thanks!
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Do what you can legitimately stick with. It's no good saying "i'm gonna do an hour of cardio 5 times a week" if you can't commit to that from a schedule standpoint or from a physical standpoint.
I think 25 minutes x 3 a week is a great start. You might try to work at around the 60-65% range - in other words, work relatively hard - in those 25 minutes as opposed to a leisurely jog but it's a good start. It will get your metabolism jump started, especially if you can do even a little bit (going for a walk or bike ride or hike or swim) on a couple of the off days. In conjunction with a weight training program and good diet, you will see very good results.
If, down the road, you want to add more time or days - if you get into it you probably will - then go ahead.