Brisk walking for at least 30 minutes a day can help lower cholesterol levels, especially when combined with a healthy diet.
Aerobic exercise, such as jogging, cycling, or swimming, can help lower LDL (bad) cholesterol and raise HDL (good) cholesterol.
It is a muscle-building exercise that increases your calorie burn at rest. You can do this at least 2 days a week with 8-12 repetitions targeting all major muscle groups. (Source: Everyday Health)
Yoga and tai chi have been shown to have a positive effect on cholesterol levels, particularly in older adults
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) combines short bursts of intense exercise with recovery periods, and has been shown to lower LDL cholesterol and raise HDL cholesterol.