When it comes to working out, some people claim cardio is better for you. Others argue that strength training is better.

Katie Lawton, an exercise physiologist with Cleveland Clinic, says both are important.

Cardio offers all kinds of benefits, especially for your heart.

According to the American Heart Association, if performed consistently, it can help reduce your risk of developing heart disease by 30%.

Activities that focus on cardio include running, biking, swimming and rowing.

However, Lawton strength training is just as important, as it focuses on building your muscles and can improve your bone and joint health, Lawton said.

Generally, it’s recommended to do 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity a week.

Lawton says you can split that up however you’d like and should have a minimum of two days a week of strength training.

“We have to talk about our heart and our lungs, we have to talk about our muscles, and I think in order for us to live a long and healthy lifestyle. Those two need to come together.

Lawton said taking care of your heart and your lungs are both important, and she doesn’t like to put one over the other.