A member asked:

I walk and ride my mountain bike for exercise, recently got back into resistance training, how important is that to an overall exercise program?

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Dr. Elden Rand answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Important: An overall exercise program ideally has an aerobic component and an anerobic/resistance component.

Answered 9/26/2013

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Dr. Jimmy Bowen answered

Specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Exercise: Running and bike riding are great cv exercises and are great resistance for the legs. Unfortunately they are associated with reduced lean mass in the upper body. A whole body resistance program will help maintain upper body strength and lean mass.

Answered 1/24/2015

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