Aerobics, Do You Need It?

March 5, 2011

Arthur Jones asserted decades ago that proper strength training makes aerobic exercise unnecessary. “Six weeks of proper strength training can improve one’s cardiovascular fitness to a degree that is impossible with any number of years of aerobics”

 

This article examines the claim that high-intensity strength training can completely replace cardio training. Spoiler: an interesting argument and counter-argument is made, but no definitive conclusion is reached.


Aerobics, Do You Need It?


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