Should I do cardio before or after weights?

Herbertysnilm · Post by **Herbertysnilm** » Wed Jan 14, 2026 2:30 am

I want to build muscle but also stay fit. When is the best time for cardio?

IronPatriot77 · Post by **IronPatriot77** » Wed Jan 14, 2026 3:05 am

Weights first, then cardio. Save your energy for lifting.

GarageLifter303 · Post by **GarageLifter303** » Wed Jan 14, 2026 3:40 am

I agree. Heavy lifting requires the most glucose.

MuscleYankee24 · Post by **MuscleYankee24** » Wed Jan 14, 2026 4:15 am

A light 5-min warmup is okay before weights though.

TitanStates91 · Post by **TitanStates91** » Wed Jan 14, 2026 4:50 am

Or do them on separate days entirely.

Herbertysnilm · Post by **Herbertysnilm** » Wed Jan 14, 2026 5:25 am

Weights first it is. Does walking count?

IronPatriot77 · Post by **IronPatriot77** » Wed Jan 14, 2026 5:55 am

Walking is excellent for recovery.

GarageLifter303 · Post by **GarageLifter303** » Wed Jan 14, 2026 6:25 am

Low intensity steady state is the way to go.

MuscleYankee24 · Post by **MuscleYankee24** » Wed Jan 14, 2026 6:55 am

Keep it under 30 mins after your workout.

TitanStates91 · Post by **TitanStates91** » Wed Jan 14, 2026 7:30 am

Listen to your body.