Strenght Training vs Aerobics – which comes first? January 29, 2008
Posted by Lisa Sabin in Endurance Training, Strength Training, fitness.trackback
Should people perform strength training ahead of aerobic training, or the other way around. Which type of exercise should come first?
A complete fitness program includes resistance training and aerobic training. The American College of Sports Medicine recommends moderate cardio 30 minutes 5 days a week or 20 minutes of intense cardio 3 days per week. The recommendation for resistance training is 2 days per week, 8-10 exercises for all the major muscle groups. Do 1-2 sets, 8-12 repetitions in a controlled manner.
Resistance training has many benefits including increased bone density, increased lean body mass, and injury prevention. Aerobic training increases lung capacity, increases stroke volume, i.e. creates a more efficient heart. Aerobic training also burns lots of calories.
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