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In adults with chronic spinal cord injury at or below the T1 level and moderate to severe impairment, a 12-week program of upper limb aerobic exercise and shoulder strengthening may lead to a small increase in muscle mass and a small decrease in body fat percentage, as measured by bioelectrical impedance.
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This study showed that doing regular arm exercises and light cardio twice a week for 12 weeks helped people with spinal cord injuries gain muscle and lose body fat — just like the claim says.
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