Two 30-minute workouts help lower 'bad' cholesterol

A personal trainer has shared two 30-minute workouts that can help you lower your 'bad' cholesterol.

High cholesterol, over time, can lead to clogged blood vessels, causing serious health damage.

“Bad” LDL cholesterol can build up on blood vessel walls and, over time, cause blood vessel walls to narrow.

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In most cases, high cholesterol is caused by lifestyle factors such as poor diet and lack of exercise.

A personal trainer has shared the best exercise to help lower cholesterol levels, according to the Express .

Exercise is one of the most effective things you can do to lower your cholesterol levels, explains James Barr, personal trainer at Fitness First Bishopsgate.

In particular, "bad" LDL cholesterol can build up on blood vessel walls and over time cause them to narrow.

Jogging or brisk walking for about 30 minutes are good exercises to lower "bad" cholesterol levels.

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Two exercises: Running or brisk walking

Expert James suggests two types of exercise you do for just 30 minutes at a time that can help lower your "bad" cholesterol levels.

Although the intensity of your workout depends on your fitness level, low-intensity aerobic exercise such as jogging or brisk walking for about 30 minutes is good for lowering "bad" cholesterol levels, says expert James, according to Express .

Other exercises

Yoga is also a good option. At a more gentle pace than many other exercises, yoga offers many cardiovascular benefits, such as improved flexibility, as well as mental stimulation.

Swimming is also a great option. It helps improve body fat distribution and lowers “bad” cholesterol levels, according to Express.

Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate activity each week. If you prefer more intense exercise, you can aim for 75 minutes each week.

Diet

In addition to regular exercise, there are a number of ways you can lower your cholesterol, adds James.

Eating a healthy diet that focuses on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein, and healthy fats from nuts and fish is key to lowering cholesterol levels. In particular, you should limit your alcohol intake.

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