Why will I benefit from weight training prior to cardio?
Muscles will store glycogen in the cell for quick energy which comes from carbohydrates. During anaerobic training (weight resitance) the body requires hot quick burning energy to contract the muscle at it’s highest potential for a very short period of time, with lactic acid being the by product (burning in the muscle). When you finish your anaerobic session you have burnt most of the stored fuel (glycogen) and your heart rate is elevated. Go directly to cardio and your body will convert to a fat burning mode much faster. Remember your body is very efficient at burning fat as fuel if you keep it low intensity (heart rate 120 to 130).
What is your favorite low intensity aerobic exercise?
Vern,
I have been working out at your gym for about two months now. I just wanted to say that your staff is great and they are always willing to help with a spot or just giving good lifting advice. Keep up the good work.