Here’s how much aerobic vs anaerobic exercise you should be getting in each week

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The most basic way to describe the difference lies in the oxygen consumption associated with each.

Think about going for a run and going as fast as you could, says Lauder-Dykes.

Heres how to further differentiate them.

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Heres What Experts Say

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Lauder-Dykes also points to overuse injuries with aerobic training.

This would include injuries like tendonitis, and usually more joint pain than muscle pain, he says.

Anaerobic exercise:Anaerobic workouts are really challenging, but briefthink sprinting, HIIT, and heavy weight lifting.

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That means proper warm-ups are key.

For the most well-rounded fitness regimen, trainers recommend incorporating both aerobic and anaerobic exercise into your workouts.

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And as you improve your endurance, this is going to allow you to do more within your workouts.

Or, you might just look to workouts that work both systems in one class.

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