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When to lift weights?

GinaKB12
GinaKB12 Posts: 12
edited December 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
I need strength training in my life ASAP and was wondering is it best to lift weights before cardio or after? Or is it just a personal preference?

Replies

  • GinaKB12
    GinaKB12 Posts: 12
    bump, still curious to know.
  • donkraft
    donkraft Posts: 28 Member
    Preference. Try both out and dont over think it too much.
  • coolteenager101
    coolteenager101 Posts: 65 Member
    I do it after cardio.
    I once did it before cardio...and damn I was unable to move my arms when I ran...lol
  • 99cherrypie99
    99cherrypie99 Posts: 205 Member
    If your goal is to lift to failure - which it should be - you should lift first.
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