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What does strength training and cardiovascular activity achieve?

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Dr. Elden Rand answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Improvement : Strength training improves overall metabolic activity, reduces likelihood of injury, and is supportive of healthy lifestyle. Cardiovascular activity is helpful for heart health, improvement in resting heart rate, improvement in blood pressure/blood sugar, improved mood/outlook, and increased stamina.

Answered 5/10/2013

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