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I workout 5 nights a week. i usually do 50 min of cardio per night, along with other exercises. but sometimes i only have time to do 30 min.is this ok?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

30 to 50 minutes: of any exercise is great as long as you are healthy enough to do it. In fact, some folks purposely take a lighter day every few days or weekly to give the body a break. Peace and good health.

Answered 4/18/2017

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A member asked:

I workout 5 nights a week. i usually do 50 min of cardio per night, along with other exercises. but sometimes i only have time to do 30 min.is this ok?

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