For healthy people, the World Health Organization (WHO) recommends that at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week is sufficient to maintain good health. However, vigorous exercise for about 25 - 30 minutes per day can also bring significant benefits.

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So should you exercise 25, 30 or 60 minutes a day?

For most people, at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise a day is enough to stay fit and support cardiovascular health, says Dr Anup Khatri, senior consultant orthopaedic at Gleneagles Hospital, Parel, Mumbai (India).

If the goal is weight loss or increased endurance, you can extend your workout time to at least 60 minutes, he explains.

For busy people, even 25 minutes of focused, high-intensity activity can help relieve stress and calm them down, according to the Indian Express.

The key is consistency

Dr. Khatri recommends: Maintain a daily exercise routine, including walking, cycling, yoga, or strength training. You can also combine cardio and strength training during the week for a balanced fitness level. Also, listen to your body.

Cardiovascular exercise includes brisk walking, jogging, swimming or dancing; while strength training includes weight training or body weight exercises such as squats and push-ups.

Splitting your workouts into different forms, such as cardio and strength training, can improve results, says Surender Pal Singh, Head of Physiotherapy, CK Birla Hospital, Delhi. A 60-minute workout that combines these forms can help burn more calories and improve overall fitness. Doing it twice a week is usually enough to maintain overall health.

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However, people with underlying conditions such as heart disease or diabetes need to adjust accordingly, Dr Pal added. It is important to break up your workouts into shorter periods of time and consult your doctor before starting any new exercise regimen.

Experts now recommend training different muscle groups on different days because it has been scientifically proven to produce better results, says Dr. Pal. It’s better to do cardio on one day, strength training on another, and have a rest or recovery day in between. Rest days are essential for the body to recover and prevent injury.

A 25 - 30 minute exercise session is usually enough.

Ultimately, Dr. Pal concludes: Whether it's moderate or intense exercise, a 25- to 30-minute session is usually enough, according to the Indian Express.

However, combining cardio and strength training into the same session, extending it to 60 minutes, can be very beneficial. Variety, consistency, and proper recovery are the keys to effective and sustainable fitness.

Dr. Khatri advises: The bottom line is that any short amount of exercise is better than no exercise at all. Make sure to stay active throughout the day. Try stretching while you work, taking frequent breaks and walking around. Focus on a healthy lifestyle. Consult a fitness professional to determine what routine is best for you.