03/02/2021
Strength training makes me functional, cardio keeps my insides healthy, and together they make me lean and sexy! But, which do I do first in the gym?
If you like to include strength training and cardio in the same session (hiit or steady state), the general recommendation is to train strength before cardio.
Why?
Because 5x5 back squat, even at a heavy weight, takes way less energy than running 5 miles. If you doubt this, then get a fitbit, do both activities and see which one burned more calories. ( It's the run)
So, we can start off our session with lots of energy, get quality squats in, and still have enough energy to crush our run.
If we run first, we probably won't have much energy to squat, which will impede our ability to move sufficient weight to induce adaptation. (When Exercising, adaptation is the goal. Getting stronger, faster, bigger, leaner etc.. we are trying to induce physical or neurological change on some level)
Let me know if this is helpful!