Exercise and Cholesterol

Get at least 30 minutes of exercise most days of the week. Even low to moderately intensive activity, if done daily, can provide benefits. Talk to your health care provider about the safest and best ways for you to exercise. Some examples of good ways to exercise include walking, yard work, housework, and dancing.

More vigorous exercise can raise your HDL level and will improve the overall fitness of your heart. This kind of activity is called aerobic and includes jogging, swimming, jumping rope, or brisk walking or bicycling. Build up your activity level gradually over a period of several weeks. 

Be sure to check with your doctor before starting a vigorous exercise program.