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#191: The minimal effective dose for strength training and cardio


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I'm often talking about how more is not better when it comes to exercise. But what if you are very time-limited? What is the minimal amount of cardio and strength training you can do to continue to progress toward your goals? What is the minimum amount to maintain where you are?

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0:00: Introduction
1:01: The ideal fitness routine
3:57: Minimum effective dose for low-intensity cardio
6:24: Minimum effective dose for high-intensity cardio
9:28: Minimum effective dose for strength and hypertrophy
11:17: Weekly training recommendations if your goal is to increase overall fitness with limited time
14:39: Weekly training recommendations if your goal is to maintain overall fitness with limited time

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