Weights or cardio first? The evidence-based order that gets men results faster
Dr. Bruno Rodriguez, DPT, CSCS: Strength, Recovery, and Physical Therapy Expert
Jan 17, 2026 · 11 min read
If you lift and do cardio in the same session, the order can change what you get out of the workout. Here is what the research says about doing weights or cardio first, and how to set up your week for muscle, endurance, and long-term health. “When men ask me ‘weights or cardio first,’ I ...