Also known as: low-intensity steady-state, LISS, aerobic base training
Latest evidence update: 2026-09-01
Strongest in Sample size (95). Held back by Study quality (73).
Solid mix of RCTs with some methodological gaps.
Confirmed across many independent studies with significant findings.
Tens of thousands of participants pooled across studies.
Studies agree on direction of effect.
Most studies are recent (last 2-3 years).
Areas where research points to a consistent direction of effect. The strength of evidence is graded; the size of the effect is not quantified.
Low-intensity cardio where you can maintain a conversation. Builds mitochondrial density and cardiovascular efficiency.
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Moderate intensity exercise training significantly improves metabolic syndrome risk factors in post-menopausal women.
Moderate-to-vigorous physical activity post-diagnosis was inversely associated with mortality among prostate cancer survivors.
Combining aerobic exercise with task-based interventions (cognitive-motor dual-tasking and functional motor training) produced large improvements in cognitive function in post-stroke cognitive impairment patients (SMD=1.18, 95% CI 0.68-1.68).
Aerobic exercise significantly improved social functioning in patients with atrial fibrillation.
Aerobic training significantly improves cardiorespiratory fitness in children and adolescents with overweight or obesity.