Does aerobic or combined aerobic and resistance training improve Vo(2peak) and muscle function in heart failure patients?
In heart failure patients, both aerobic and combined aerobic/resistance training improve Vo2peak, with combined training potentially offering greater improvements in muscle strength and endurance.
Both aerobic and combined aerobic and resistance training are effective interventions to improve Vo(2peak) in compliant heart failure patients. Combined training may be more effective in improving muscle strength and endurance.
Mandic et al. (Fri,) studied this question.