10 Minutes to a Healthier Heart: Don't avoid exercising because you're short on time. Even quick workouts can benefit your heart.
Does spending an hour at the gym seem daunting - and something you really don't have time for? Fitness experts say you can workout 10 to 15 minutes at a time and still reduce your risk for heart disease. The American Heart Association recommends all adults get at least 150 minutes of moderate physical activity each week.
What is moderate physical activity? It includes:
150 minutes each week breaks down to 30 minutes, 5 days a week. Want to break it up even more? Just make sure you are getting at least 10 minutes of aerobic activity at a time. Try 15-minute increments, twice a day, 5 days a week. That means you could sneak in a 15-minute walk on your lunch and take a quick 15 minute walk in the evening after work.