--- title: Cardiovascular vs Weight Training description: Getting in a workout can be challenging for some and normal to others and there are shades of gray sprinkled within that spectrum. image: https://blog.unitedsupermarkets.com/hubfs/GettyImages-2033167913.jpg --- [![United Supermarkets Logo](https://blog.unitedsupermarkets.com/hubfs/United%20Supermarkets%20Blog%202019/USLogo.png)](https://www.unitedsupermarkets.com) - [Save](https://blog.unitedsupermarkets.com/cardiovascular-vs-weight-training#) - [Coupons](https://www.unitedsupermarkets.com/rs/digitalcoupons/choose) - [Weekly Ad](https://www.unitedsupermarkets.com/rs/weeklyad) - [Offers](https://www.unitedsupermarkets.com/rs/offers) - [Rewards Items](https://www.unitedsupermarkets.com/rs/Rewards) - [Rewards Program](https://www.unitedsupermarkets.com/page/savings/Rewards) - [Browse](https://blog.unitedsupermarkets.com/cardiovascular-vs-weight-training#) - [Departments](https://www.unitedsupermarkets.com/rs/planyourtrip/) - [Recipes](https://www.unitedsupermarkets.com/rs/recipes) - [Health & Wellness](https://www.unitedsupermarkets.com/page/healthandwellness) - [Pharmacy](https://www.unitedsupermarkets.com/page/pharmacy) - [Floral](https://www.unitedsupermarkets.com/page/floral) - [Blog](https://blog.unitedsupermarkets.com/) - [Shop Online](https://www.unitedsupermarkets.com/rs/shoponline) - [Groceries](https://storefront.shop.theunitedfamily.com/) - [Gift Cards](https://www.unitedsupermarkets.com/rs/giftcards) - [FTD Floral](https://www.marketstreetflowers.com/) ![](https://blog.unitedsupermarkets.com/hubfs/Market%20Street%20Blog%202019/MagnifyingGlass.png) [![](https://blog.unitedsupermarkets.com/hubfs/Market%20Street%20Blog%202019/list.png)](https://blog.unitedsupermarkets.com/cardiovascular-vs-weight-training#) [![](https://blog.unitedsupermarkets.com/hubfs/Albertsons%20Blog%202019/Ei-navicon.svg.png)](https://blog.unitedsupermarkets.com/cardiovascular-vs-weight-training#) ![](https://blog.unitedsupermarkets.com/hubfs/GettyImages-2033167913.jpg) # Cardiovascular vs Weight Training Author [United Supermarkets Dietitian](https://blog.unitedsupermarkets.com/author/united-supermarkets-dietitian) | January 13, 2025 Getting in a workout can be challenging for some and normal to others and there are shades of gray sprinkled within that spectrum. The current recommendation set is to get roughly 150 minutes a week to maintain general health. There are two main buckets of exercise to think about when starting to plan your routine with what your goals are.   Cardiovascular Exercise Cardiovascular training can help increase stamina, control blood pressure, improve lipid profile, and burn calories to maintain or reduce weight. Some examples of cardio focused activities include: running, brisk walking, hiking, swimming, jumping rope, burpees, rowing, cycling, and dancing. The most important thing to do is find something you enjoy as you are more likely to stick to it.   Weight Training Building and maintaining muscle is something we all can benefit from, especially as we age. The current statistic is that we lose around half a pound of muscle per year after the age of 30. Building strong muscles is more than just a look, but a lifestyle much like building a healthier heart. The benefits are a wide range of things and a few examples would be HIIT training, body weight exercises, and weight bearing exercises.   There’s no shortage of ways to move your body. Find what you like and create some consistency to get moving. 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