I've recently recieved some questions on how much and what to do for exercise in a week span. So here is a littl tid bit just to follow up with that question. It is recommended that everyone engage in at least 30-40 minutes of cardiovascular exercise (continuous activity) at least four times per week and resistance training (moderate to intense strength training with periods of rest between sets) for 20-40 minutes at least three times per week. Cardiovascular exercise and resistance training can be performed on the same day but it is recommended that resistance training occur before cardiovascular exercise in order to better maintain glucose stores (as glycogen) for increased energy and greater muscular response during and after exercise. This equates to a minimum of 180 minutes to as much as 280 minutes or more total exercise time per week.
--NSCA, Nov. 2007
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