strength training newbie

If you're new to weight lifting, you need to take days off in between. This allows muscle to repair after breaking it down during lifting. It's best to work a schedule like MWF lifting Sat. and Sun. are rest. You can fit in some cardio on Tues. and Thurs., but here's the thing... Starting this all at once will most likely cause over use injury. Look into Strong Lifts 5X5 for a good lifting routine for beginners. Slowly (seriously) work into cardio as you do the lifting. Most injuries occur due to going crazy all in right away and that will set you back further. Step by step wins the race.

As a beginner you will get faster results doing linear progression full body routine, as said stronglifts 5x5 might interest.