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Question
What is the difference of execising for 45-60 minutes a day versus exercising 15 a few times a day? I heard there was a difference in the benefit.
Thanks,
Anna
Anna,
If the total amount of time (and intensity) is the same, then there is little difference. The cardiovascular benefits and weight loss benefits are similar.
The difference is that exercising for 45-60 minutes should result in a little better weight loss. The longer the exercise session, the more likely you will begin to burn fat and not just your stores of glucose (sugars).
Also, if you are training for a specific sport, there is a great difference. If your sport requires an effort of more than 20-30 minutes, then exercising for 15 minutes at a time will not be as effective as exercising for 45 minutes.
I hope this helps.
Best wishes,
Todd Bublitz
www.lipid-clinic.com
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Answers by Expert:
Todd Bublitz, RCEP
Expertise
I can answer questions on Cholesterol & Lipids, Cardiac Rehabilitation, and preventive cardiology. I can also explain the risk factors for cardiovascular disease and most cardiac diagnostic tests and procedures.
Experience
I have 17 years experience in cardiovascular disease prevention, rehabilitation and education. Researcher in cardiovascular exercise, cardiac function and cardiac testing. I developed and maintain Lipid-Clinic.com
Also run Nuclear Cardiology Research
Organizations
National Lipid Association
American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Preventive Cardiovascular Nurses Association
American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
Organizations
National Lipid Association
American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Preventive Cardiovascular Nurses Association
American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
Education/Credentials
Bachelor Degree in Exercise Physiology (Wellness Programming & Cardiac Rehabilitation)
ACSM Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist
ACSM Certified Exercise Specialist
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