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Cardio and strength training are two styles of physical activity that are essential for maintaining optimal health. In this video, I will be talking about the differences, benefits, and science behind cardio and strength training in the context of two types of athletes.
Let’s consider a typical club level soccer athlete and we will call him Marcel. He plays the midfield position. He needs agility and stamina. Cardio based training will be emphasized in this case due to the physiological demands of his sport. Dr. Impellizeri and a group of researchers lead a study to examine the effects of aerobic training on soccer performance. The objective of their program was to enhance the players passing abilities and tactical strategies. Dr. Imperillizeri et al’s findings concluded that an increased aerobic capacity not only significantly reduces fatigue, but it also aids in sustaining proper mechanics over the course of a match (Imperllizeri et al 2008). With this study in mind, Marcel’s training should consist of aerobic based training such as running intervals to increase aerobic power and oxygen uptake. Strength training should also be implemented by doing exercises that stress specific movement patterns. Lower body exercises such as back squats and reverse lunges will enhance athletic performance.
Moving on to a typical 31 year old football athlete. Let’s call him Bill. He plays defensive tackle. His sport demands strength and explosiveness. Strength training will be emphasized in his case. Dr. Aagard’s and a group of researchers investigated a wide range of studies examining the effects of how strength training counteracts gradual decreases in muscle mass on older adults. Overall, Dr. Aagard’s findings showed that structured programs within a span of 4 weeks showed significant increases in neuromuscular activation and adaptations in the skeletal muscle (Aagard et al 2008). This finding supports Bill’s strength training goals by explaining physiological benefits to strength training. Strength and conditioning related exercises that will enhance explosiveness and power such as back squats, medicine ball slams, and Romanian deadlifts will enhance Bill’s strength and explosiveness. Doing short 50 to 100 meter dashes would also be ideal for Bill to enhance his overall speed and agility.
Marcel and Bill will develop aches, injuries, and pains over the course of a season due to the demands of their sports. The muscles and joints will be in a compromised position where functional stability and mobility is impaired. In the case of Marcel and Bill, they are probably going to have misaligned hips, knee, and ankle joint function as these are common injuries in their sports. A corrective exercise program will need to be implemented to prevent or treat these injuries. The goal of doing a corrective exercise program is to systematically realign the body back to its original design and restore optimal function. The exercises will consist of various pulls, poses, and stretches. Doing these exercises will enable Marcel and Bill to continue playing their sports pain free year round.
In conclusion, a side by side comparison between two different types of athletes shows how cardio and strength training intertwine with each other to enhance optimal health and sports performance. It is important to actively engage in cardio and strength training on a regular basis as it enhances a healthier quality of life. Thank you all for watching. Make sure to smash the like button if you haven’t done so already, click the notification bell to stay up to date on the latest content, and feel free to leave a comment below!!
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