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Which Comes First: Cardio or Weights?

free weights or machines?

  When you first enter a gym, what do you gravitate toward?  The treadmills and other cardio machines, or the weights and strength training equipment?  Have you ever wondered if you should be doing one before the other? First, let me say that both cardiovascular exercise and resistance training are very important to achieve and maintain optimal health and fitness, and the way you order your workout does make a difference.  If you have the time, you may want to do your cardio in the morning, and strength training in the afternoon or evening, or vice versa.  However, this is …

No Time to Work Out This Month? No Problem. Try This….

Sweets…parties…travel…and shopping galore. I don’t know about you, but I find December the most challenging month of the year for staying on track fitness-wise.  That’s why I focus on maintaining, rather than making any huge fitness gains during the holidays.  Keep the eating in check, but also don’t feel guilty about partaking in a little merriment.  It’s all about moderation this month.  Maintenance and moderation. As far as exercise goes this month, hurrying through the mall to get those gifts doesn’t cut it, especially if you down a few egg nogs.  No doubt, you’ll be strapped for time these next few weeks.  …