What is the minimum amount one can work out and still stay in shape?

[pr3ttybr0wn]

[SomeoneImportant]

Well I think most of the credit goes to my fast metabolism

But I only workout on the weekends, and that's just playing basketball.

And I manage to stay in shape. Depends on the workout you're doing though, basketball is all cardio, and I'm usually playing for at least 3 hours with a short break in between. Sometimes only 1-2 hours, depending on if you can keep winning.

[mistninja314]

Umm just don't over eat and you should be good. I workout once every 2-3 weeks it seems from at home, I look normal/in shape I guess. i1127.photobucket.com/.../ezgif.com-add-text_7.gif

[Climber]

The minimum is person dependant, so not possible to tell. It depends on your actual shape and energy consumption. It also depends what you mean by shape, it can range from standard fit to trained athletic.

[Betwyn]

That depends a lot on genetics.

I know people who eat at McDonalds everyday, and are skinnier and more athletic then people who work out for an hour 6 days a week.

[BertMacklinFBI]

just to maintain? I say 3 days a week of gym and maybe cardio on off days only.

[MoshingExec]

It depends on what you consider "in shape." Generally you need aerobic exercise everyday to maintain optimal health. You can do more, or less, depending on your goals.

[thewanderingme]

I never workout. I'm in great shape, but I'm weak.. lol ;)

[Words_and_Wisdom]

The majority of your health comes from what you eat. Just make sure you stop eating starches and sweets. Stay away from breads, fried food, processed food, soda, etc.

[douride2]

I'm one of the lucky ones. I can getaway with working out a few times a week & still stay in fairly good shape.

[TedStar]

150 minutes of moderate exercise a week

[Your_boss960]

30 minutes a day? I think