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I was wondering is cardio considered an athletic sport?

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Sort of...: Sports require both strength and endurance, and endurance is built through cardiovascular exercise. So cardio enhances athletic performance in all sports.

Dr Anyanwu and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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