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How many minutes of cardio a day would you recommend for someone starting an exercise program?
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Exercise: Would suggest starting with 30 minutes at a minimum and gradually working your way up until you are exercising for 60 mins a day with pulse up to 125/min. If you can do more that is great. Get thin and fit and look fabulous.
Answered 12/15/2014
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Cardio start up: Length of cardio at your beginning of a program depends upon your present level of conditioning (muscle, heart, muscle adaptations, CV adaptions to physical exercise), AND intensity of what you do. My personal perspective based on experience is start with 15-20 min of moderate cardio exertion. Pace carefully. Warm up for 3-4 min, slow down for 5 min. Steady cardio for 15 min. Add 5 min ev. 2 wks
Answered 6/17/2015
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