Cardio isn’t everyone’s first choice of workout — some of us prefer lifting heavy weights in the gym, while others prefer a gentle yoga class or strengthening Pilates workouts.

However, there is a minimum number of minutes you could (or should) spend on cardio to benefit from it, without trying to shoehorn another workout into your busy schedule. And unsurprisingly, it depends on your goals.

The current AHA guidelines recommend a minimum of 150 minutes of moderate-intensity cardio per week and/or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity (think HIIT).

But how could the same number apply to everyone? While these figures could help people stay more active and reduce overall time spent sitting, they don’t take into account individual ages, goals and fitness levels.

Here’s what you should re

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