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Cardio vs Weight Training: What's Better?

8 min read • Updated Dec 2025

Cardio vs Weight Training: What's Better?

Both have benefits. Here's how to choose.

Cardio Benefits

  • Burns calories during exercise
  • Improves heart health
  • Good for endurance
  • Requires less equipment

Weight Training Benefits

  • Builds muscle
  • Increases metabolism
  • Burns calories even at rest
  • Improves bone density

Best Approach

Combine both! Try:

  • 3 days strength training
  • 2 days cardio
  • 2 days rest

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