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Bryony Firth-Bernard

Weights before cardio, or after? A new study confirms which is best for strength and fat loss

A woman performing a barbell deadlift.

We all know that variety is the spice of life, and the same goes for your workouts. Combining resistance training with cardio is key to staying both fit and strong. But one question that continues to divide gym-goers: should you do cardio before or after lifting weights?

Exercise order matters more than you might think, especially if your goal is building strength. The general consensus for this is clear: to save the treadmill for after your weight training – and a new study further backs this up. Plus, it reveals the benefits this order can have when it comes to fat loss.

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