Results For cardiorespiratory fitness and muscle strength benefits, adults with a SCI should engage in at least 20 min of
moderate to vigorous intensity aerobic exercise 2 times per week AND 3 sets of strength exercises for each major
functioning muscle group, at a moderate to vigorous intensity, 2 times per week (strong recommendation). For cardiome-
tabolic health benefits, adults with a SCI are suggested to engage in at least 30 min of moderate to vigorous intensity aerobic
exercise 3 times per week (conditional recommendation).