Weight lifting

I admit that I like my cardio. But I love lifting too. It may not be your favorite, but both have their benefits, so I wouldn't give it up. Have you tried doing different things? I hate running on a treadmill, but in the summer it is too hot to go outside and run at any time of day. In order to get through a 30 minute treadmill workout, I have to play games with myself; I combine sprints with a steady running, then sprinting again. Changing the elevation can also help. If you keep the intervals short, 1-2 minutes, it helps the time go faster. Another great way is to just combine a bunch of plyos like jumping jacks, butt kicks, high knees, jump squats, etc. This will get your heart rate up but you only do each one for a 1, rest for 30 seconds then move on and do a few rounds of that. It helps to keep from getting bored.

I don't have a lot of time to go to the gym, so I tend to reserve that time for lifting. Occasionally there are days when I just want to run- plug into Pandora & turn on the autopilot and not think for a while, but they're rare. When I am not using my time to lift I much prefer to be out hiking with my dog. With the North Jersey terrain & a pack I feel like I get a decent workout plus I enjoy it so it's a two for one. I actually plan my gym days for the days that look the crummiest on the forecast.

Lifting for fun, cardio for necessity (and not much, at that).

I think it depends on your goals. Right now, I am mainly working on gaining muscle/strength. I try to lift 4 days a week and do cardio on 2, with 1 rest day. Different muscle groups of course. When I was losing weight, I did almost all cardio and it worked (65 lbs lost). When I was at a good weight, I switched my focus to lifting (4 lift/2 cardio/1 rest). Some people say 6 days a week is too often, but my workouts are relatively short (30 to 45 min) but my intensity is pretty high.

I like lifting and have to admit I'm getting a bit board with the cardio though I know I need to include it in my overall program. I just try to insert 15min at the end of each lifting sessions and dedicate at 2 days of just cardio.

I like lifting too.... but had a lot of weight to lose...so cardio was a necessity...I do both

Hate cardio.. I work on my feet and it doesnt take much cardio to remind my feet that they hate me

I do both. Running is my first love, but lifting makes me a better runner and gives me a better body.

I love lifting, hate cardio, but both are necessary for my body type

I like both. I'm into outdoor pursuits and sport so having good cardio conditioning makes me better at doing those things and keeps me healthy. I like lifting because it feels good to be stronger but the thought of spending every day inside in a gym instead of outside running or on a bike just bores me.

I love both. Cardio gives me that endorphin after-effect and lifting makes me feel strong and tight. Both have their merits and neither should be given up on. For cardio, just find something you like doing that gets your heart rate up (i.e. hiking, sports, swimming) if you don't like traditional cardio exercises like running. Do something you like and it's fun and is no longer work.

I really HATE cardio. Hate hate HATE them lol I do them sometimes for cardiovascular health (maybe 3 times a month or less). I enjoy lifting way better and playing with my macros

I love lifting. I hate cardio until I've started. Then I feel fantastic. I try to do different classes for my cardio as I find them more fun than running or biking.

I do both, new to weight lifting in the last 3 months. I can see where once I get to my goal weight that I will prefer the weight lifting. I love it already!