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Cardio exercises

Conditioning options that support fat loss and recovery without wrecking your lifting.

Muscle building guideTraining programs
  • Zone-2 Incline Walk

    beginner

    Low-impact aerobic base builder—conversation pace on an incline treadmill.

    treadmill

  • Stationary Bike Intervals

    intermediate

    Hard/easy cycling intervals for conditioning without pounding the joints.

    exercise bike

  • Rowing Machine Steady State

    intermediate

    Full-body cardio with a strong posterior-chain bias—learn the stroke first.

    rower

  • Jump Rope

    beginner

    Coordination and conditioning in a tiny footprint—start with short sets.

    jump rope

  • Farmer Carry

    beginner

    Loaded walk for grip, trunk, and conditioning—simple and brutally honest.

    dumbbells · kettlebells

  • Assault / Air Bike Sprints

    advanced

    Short, nasty intervals on an air bike—high output, low skill barrier.

    air bike

  • Easy Swim Continuous

    beginner

    Joint-friendly aerobic work—continuous easy laps or unbroken time in the pool.

    pool

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Not medical advice. Form cues and programs are general guidance — stop if you feel sharp pain, and consult a qualified professional for injuries or health conditions. Medical disclaimer.