> [!tldr] Probably three 30 minute runs per week. How much cardio is "[[Enough is Hard to Recognize|enough]]" to reap the health benefits? The first article I found says: > Running for 20 to 30 minutes, or about a mile-and-a-half to three miles, twice per week would appear to be perfect. How much cardio is enough **to see improvements in your ability to run**? Most articles I find seem to suggest a minimum of 30 minutes, 3 days per week. > If we focus on running specifically, the general consensus amongst experts is that you need to run at least three days per week to improve [[Lagging Measures]] - Results take time: It can take **4 to 6 weeks** to notice changes in your aerobic ability and for the actual training effect being felt. **** # More ## Source - [Health.com article](https://www.health.com/fitness/heres-how-far-you-actually-need-to-run-to-reap-the-health-benefits) - [This article](https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&ved=2ahUKEwiBoMKlrJiAAxXRhIkEHde_ACsQFnoECDIQAQ&url=https%3A%2F%2Frockay.com%2Fblogs%2Fblog%2Fhow-often-should-you-run-for-optimal-benefits&usg=AOvVaw3PMlBZdHgAuyGiaviEVh9V&opi=89978449) ## Related - [[Ideal Exercise Regiment]] - [[Minimum Effective Dose]] - [[Minimalist Weightlifting Training]]