Why isn't lifting considered cardio? If your heart rate is within a certain zone, call it 60-70% of max would you not be getting cardio benefits and hypertrophy? What is the typical heart rate when you're lifting weights, is it below this threshold?
They serve different purposes. Though your heart rate can be in those ranges it will vary greatly and not completely serve the desired effect that cardio will provide. Cardio isn’t “necessary” but it is a highly beneficial addition to any fitness program for the reasons mentioned above.
Go to a boxing class with just lifting as cardio and you'll find it hard to keep up.
My instructor (martial arts HOF member) unfortunately closed temporarily due to covid but he always said
stretching > cardio > lifting weights.
I'm not big and I'm near maxed out weight wise genetically. It's little things like being able to walk around without pain that affects quality of life. I'm very lucky I started lifting weights when I was young, now it's all about maintenance.
Keep up the good work Ox. The post served as a reminder to do cardio which I've been slacking on.
When you list "walking" as LISS cardio, is that regular walking? Like walking to and from the gym (about 15 mins each way) + walking the dog (big ass doggo needs plenty of walks) would mean my cardio is done? Or does that apply to fatties only who can't run and get sweating from walking a block?
Why isn't lifting considered cardio? If your heart rate is within a certain zone, call it 60-70% of max would you not be getting cardio benefits and hypertrophy? What is the typical heart rate when you're lifting weights, is it below this threshold?
They serve different purposes. Though your heart rate can be in those ranges it will vary greatly and not completely serve the desired effect that cardio will provide. Cardio isn’t “necessary” but it is a highly beneficial addition to any fitness program for the reasons mentioned above.
That all makes sense, thanks!
Go to a boxing class with just lifting as cardio and you'll find it hard to keep up.
My instructor (martial arts HOF member) unfortunately closed temporarily due to covid but he always said
stretching > cardio > lifting weights.
I'm not big and I'm near maxed out weight wise genetically. It's little things like being able to walk around without pain that affects quality of life. I'm very lucky I started lifting weights when I was young, now it's all about maintenance.
Keep up the good work Ox. The post served as a reminder to do cardio which I've been slacking on.
You're taking in more oxygen and increasing your lung function and oxygen capacity when you add cardio
Great content Ox.
Keep it coming, many thanks
Another banger. Would love some smart watch/wearables discussion
this jungle is only big enough for one Ace homie
Absolutely!
When you list "walking" as LISS cardio, is that regular walking? Like walking to and from the gym (about 15 mins each way) + walking the dog (big ass doggo needs plenty of walks) would mean my cardio is done? Or does that apply to fatties only who can't run and get sweating from walking a block?