February is all about heart health, so here is a list of heart-pumping exercises that keep your cardiovascular system in tip-top shape.

Running
How often? One hour a week

• reduce risk of heart disease
• can improve good cholesterol
• decrease inflammation

High Intensity Interval Training
How often? Few times a week

• burn calories
• improve cardiovascular function

Weight training
How often? More than 30 minutes a week

• controls blood sugar levels
• can raise metabolism
• lowers high blood pressure

Yoga
How often? At least 3 times a week, for at least 10-15 minutes

• reduces stress and anxiety
• lowers blood pressure
• helps make blood vessels more elastic

Sources:

• Prevention

• Today.com

• She Knows