Should I train cardio or weights first?Updated 6 months ago

Should I train cardio or weights first?

Depending on your goals, training weights before or after cardio will have different outcomes. 

An athlete looking to burn fat should train weights before cardio, as glycogen is depleted during weight training leaving nothing but fat to burn during cardio. 

An athlete looking to improve cardio endurance should train cardio first, since the fatigue from weight training can reduce cardiovascular performance in that order. 

An athlete looking to build strength and power should train weights first, so that the largest amount of energy is used in the resistance session. 

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