Key result
Combined aerobic and resistance training improves peak exercise capacity versus aerobic training alone in CAD.
Why the study?
The comparative effectiveness of combined aerobic and resistance training versus aerobic training alone on body composition, fitness, strength, and quality of life in coronary artery disease patients was unclear.
Does combined aerobic and resistance training improve cardiovascular fitness, body composition, and strength compared to aerobic training alone in people with coronary artery disease?
Population
504 patients with coronary artery disease from 12 randomized controlled trials
Comparison
Combined aerobic and resistance training versus aerobic training alone
Design
Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Authors
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Supports adding resistance training to aerobic cardiac rehab in CAD; extends Level 1 evidence for combined exercise.
Meta-Analysis (n=504)
Does combined aerobic and resistance training improve cardiovascular fitness, body composition, and strength compared to aerobic training alone in people with coronary artery disease?
Standardized Mean Difference: 0.88 (95% CI 0.45–1.31)
Combined aerobic and resistance training is more effective than aerobic training alone for improving body composition, strength, and cardiovascular fitness in patients with coronary artery disease.
Bill Brennan (2012) conducted a meta-analysis in Coronary artery disease (n=504). Combined aerobic and resistance training vs. Aerobic training alone was evaluated on Peak exercise capacity (SMD 0.88, 95% CI 0.45-1.31). Combined aerobic and resistance training improved peak exercise capacity significantly more than aerobic training alone in patients with coronary artery disease (SMD 0.88; 95% CI 0.45-1.31).
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