Soccer as Cardio?

ChrystenMB

I grew up playing competitive soccer. Now, I still like to play. I play twice a week in a competitive co-ed league. I have added gym exercises to my other days of the week, some body pump and some zumba.

My question is, I have trouble fitting in more cardio on days that I play soccer. The games are 60 minutes long, but I don't play the whole time. I probably play about 40 minutes of it. Is this enough cardio on those days? Should I add in extra cardio throughout the week? Soccer is fun for me, and I generally dislike cardio, so I never feel like I am getting a cardio workout when I play soccer.

Thanks!

bcattoes

40 min of soccer sounds like a good cardio workout to me.

almost350

40 minutes of soccer is more than enough cardio for the day...