Vijay Menon Vijay Menon Asked 10 months ago

Is 30 minutes of cardio enough for weight loss?

I've started going to the gym, and I try to do about 30 minutes of cardio every day. I'm aiming for weight loss. Is 30 minutes of cardio enough for weight loss, or should I increase it?

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Pooja Mehta Pooja Mehta Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago
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Yes, 30 minutes is a great start! Consistency is more important than intensity initially.

Anjali Singh Anjali Singh Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

For my son, we found that 30 mins of moderate cardio, like brisk walking, combined with a healthy home-cooked diet, really helped. It's a good amount to get started without feeling overwhelmed, just make sure you do it regularly.

Shruti Gupta Shruti Gupta Joined Jan 2026 10 months ago

I totally get it, sometimes figuring out the 'right' amount of exercise can be confusing. But yes, 30 minutes of consistent cardio is a very effective starting point for weight loss, especially when combined with mindful eating. Don't underestimate it!

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Divya Sharma Divya Sharma Joined Feb 2026 9 months ago

For some, 30 minutes of cardio is enough, especially when paired with dietary changes. With PCOS, sometimes even moderate exercise makes a difference. Just listen to your body and be consistent, don't overdo it from the start.

Aryan Kumar Aryan Kumar Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

From what I've researched, 30 minutes of moderate-intensity cardio most days of the week is generally recommended for overall health and can definitely contribute to weight loss when combined with a calorie deficit. So yeah, it's a good amount.

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Rajeshwari Iyer Rajeshwari Iyer Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Haan, 30 minutes is a very good duration, especially if you're doing it consistently. It's not just about the time, but the effort you put in and what you eat throughout the day. Start with 30, and you can slowly increase if you feel stronger. Good luck!

Vikas Reddy Vikas Reddy Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I used to overthink this a lot, wondering if I needed hours in the gym. But 30 minutes of consistent cardio is actually a very solid baseline. It's definitely a good step towards weight loss, especially if you're also watching your diet.

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