YogaTips: Gym, cardio or yoga to stay fit? Know from experts how much time is necessary to work out daily

News India Live, Digital Desk: Keeping yourself fit in today’s sedentary lifestyle is no less than a challenge. Often people are confused whether they should go to the gym, do cardio or take the help of yoga to lose weight. Yoga expert of ‘Aatm Yoga Studio’ Vidya Jha According to, there is no single ‘shortcut’ to fitness. Coordination and consistency of different forms of workout is the real key to better health.

Cardio Exercise: Powerhouse of Burning Calories

On hearing the name of cardio, people often associate it with gym machines, but it does not require any heavy machine.

What is cardio: Brisk walking, running, cycling or jumping rope comes under cardio.

Benefit: It burns calories faster and improves heart health. If your goal is to lose weight fast, cardio should be a part of your routine.

Strength Training (Gym Workout): Will give the right shape to the body

Strength training done in the gym is not only for body building but also for increasing the efficiency of the body.

Benefit: This strengthens the muscles and tones the body. Strength training increases metabolism, allowing you to burn calories even while you rest.

Yoga and stretching: boon of flexibility

According to expert Vidya Jha, fitness is not just about strength and burning calories.

Importance: Stretching and yoga make the body flexible. It not only gives mental peace, but also protects the muscles from injury.

Perfect Workout Routine: What is the expert opinion?

According to Vidya Jha, only a balanced routine can keep you healthy in the long run:

How long to workout: at least daily to stay healthy 30 to 45 minutes Should do exercise. If time is short, do it only for 20 minutes but do it ‘daily’.

Magic of Mix Workout: Do cardio 3 days a week and weight training or strength training 2 to 3 days. This will keep your weight under control and your body will also be toned.

Sleep and diet: The effect of exercise will be visible only if you take adequate sleep (7-8 hours) and follow proper eating habits.