Cardio Cardio is important to general health as it helps the body burn calories. In turn this aids weight loss if desired. Regular cardio exercise increases lung capacity and makes your heart strong so that it doesnt have to work too hard to pump blood round the body. With a healthy heart there is reduced risk of heart attack, high cholesteral, diabetes, high blood pressure and it even prevents some forms of cancer. The Uk Government suggests at least 150 minutes of moderate