Should You Do Cardio Before Strength? There May Be Some Great Benefits

I remember when I first started exercising and I would try to do cardio and strength exercises at different times of day.  Sometimes that worked but, most of the time, it didn't.  There's something about getting to the end of the day that makes me wonder:  Wouldn't it be more fun to lay on the couch and watch TV?

Yes, it actually is.

Which is why we need to combine our workouts - We just don't have time, right?  So, if you're doing that, what's the right approach? There are some benefits of doing cardio first, but it's really up to you...as long as you're doing something, I'm happy!

 

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us Should You Do Cardio Before Strength? There May Be Some Great Benefits I remember when I first started exercising and I would try to do cardio and strength exercises at different times of day.  Sometimes that worked but, most of the time, it didn't.  There's something about getting to the end of the day that makes me wonder:  Wouldn't it be more fun to lay on the couch and watch TV? Yes, it actually is. Which is why we need to combine our workouts - We just don't have time, right?  So, if you're doing that, what's the right approach? There are some benefits of doing cardio first, but it's really up to you...as long as you're doing something, I'm happy!   Paige Waehner Exercise Expert Should You Do Cardio Before Strength? There May Be Some Great Benefits   Should you do cardio before strength training or after? If your goal is to lose weight, you can maximize your calorie burn by doing cardio first. Learn why cardio before strength training can help you burn more calories. READ NOW A killer metabolic conditioning workout for just 10 minutes can change your body   This advanced 10-minute metabolic conditioning workout will blast your metabolism, burn calories and push you out of your comfort zone with killer, total body moves.  This is hard, so back off and rest as needed. READ NOW The Best Tools to Build Core Strength, Balance and Stability   How's your core strength, balance and stability? If you're not sure, then you probably need to work on them. You don't NEED equipment to do this, but there are some great tools for helping you build a strong, firm core. READ NOW Can You Lose Weight Fast for Your Wedding? Here's What You Can Safely Do   Getting married? Don't panic if your body isn't in the perfect shape. There are things you can do to slim down safely before the big day. Here are your wedding workout ideas. READ NOW Featured Articles • Kettlebell Goblet Squat • Beans for Weight Loss: Fact or Fiction? • What to Do When You Don't Have a Thyroid Gland • Could a Low-Carb Diet Lengthen Our Lives? • Explanation of the Diagnosis and Progression of Undifferentiated Arthritis • What Is Powdered Peanut Butter? • Is Your Thyroid the Reason Why You Can't Lose Weight? • 5 Exercises For Better Balance Advertisement About Exercise  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Exercise newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.