Doing a tough weight workout before jogging or cycling helps your body burn more fat while you're doing the cardio.

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Effect of preceding resistance exercise on metabolism during subsequent aerobic session

Randomized Controlled Trial

Human

2009 Sep

When people lift heavy weights before riding a bike, their bodies burn more fat while biking than if they lift light weights or just bike alone. The study proved this happens in both men and women.

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Effect of preceding resistance exercise on metabolism during subsequent aerobic session

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DOI: 10.1007/s00421-009-1100-z

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