Is karate a cardio workout or strength training?

Answer 1

Karate gives your body hard and regular exercise. It trains you mentally and physically. The regular training helps to tone your body and increases your strength. All this teaches you self-defense.

Answer 2

A bit of both, but I think it is more strength training or flexibility training.

Answer 3

Done properly, a good karate workout should provide both a strength and cardio workout.

Answer 4

Karate is an excellent overall body exercise around. It combines cardio, staying power training, and muscle toning at the same time as burning immoderate fat.