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skullcrushin22
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How much does cardio pertain to increasing the weights in the gym?
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From a weightlifting standpoint, it may be better to think of it in terms of conditioning instead of 'cardio'.
While both cardio and weightlifting are components of physical fitness, one is aerobic, the other anaerobic. So there's always going to be a trade off. One directly detracts from the other, yet the overall improvement in fitness helps the other. The actual critical amount of either can be highly individual.
On the other hand, there are activities that are designed to increase your overall physical conditioning or 'general physical preparedness'. Examples would be sled pulling, tire flipping. medicine ball throws, farmer's walks, etc. The object here is to increase your work capacity and enable your energy system to fire more efficiently- to improve the machine.. This means you get more done in the gym in less time. The more weight you move, the stronger you get. There's no eccentric or negative portion to these exercises so it also acts as an active recovery. Westside Barbell was famous for this and is now widespread practice.
Many 'beginner' programs are also designed to do these things, both in the 5x5 and in powerlifting. If you're looking for a change of pace, a 4 or 8 week cycle can be a good choice. I've been very happy with my results doing this, as I have a limited limited amount of time I have to work out and can't always devote off days to physical activity. The Sheiko Experiment is a short write up by an experienced lifter who's also benefited.
While both cardio and weightlifting are components of physical fitness, one is aerobic, the other anaerobic. So there's always going to be a trade off. One directly detracts from the other, yet the overall improvement in fitness helps the other. The actual critical amount of either can be highly individual.
On the other hand, there are activities that are designed to increase your overall physical conditioning or 'general physical preparedness'. Examples would be sled pulling, tire flipping. medicine ball throws, farmer's walks, etc. The object here is to increase your work capacity and enable your energy system to fire more efficiently- to improve the machine.. This means you get more done in the gym in less time. The more weight you move, the stronger you get. There's no eccentric or negative portion to these exercises so it also acts as an active recovery. Westside Barbell was famous for this and is now widespread practice.
Many 'beginner' programs are also designed to do these things, both in the 5x5 and in powerlifting. If you're looking for a change of pace, a 4 or 8 week cycle can be a good choice. I've been very happy with my results doing this, as I have a limited limited amount of time I have to work out and can't always devote off days to physical activity. The Sheiko Experiment is a short write up by an experienced lifter who's also benefited.
skullcrushin22
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I dont assume it will have negative effects unless you do intensive cardio before you lift and drain yourself. Otherwise I can see cardio combined with weightlifting to be only helpful.
beerdrinker
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I definitely think a lack of cardio conditioning is negatively affecting my lifts. I really need to get on it.
Illuminati
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heavy cardio work will effect your strength.
solarclimax
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About 4 months ago i could squat 165kg for 5 reps. I went to the gym 2 days ago and squatted 140kg once and had to re-rack the bar because it was a real hard single.
A few outher numbers.
Old numbers from 4 months ago
Flat Bench 110 kg x 4
Military Press 70 kg x 4
Deadlift 160 kg x 4
New numbers from 2 days ago.
Flat Bench 85 kg x 4
Military Press 50 kg x 4
Deadlift 120 kg x 4
I have been doing boxing for the past 3 months and no weightlifting apart from one session 2 days back. Lots of highly intense cardio. I E. Sparring, jump rope, bag work, road work ect.
Going to boxing 2-3 times a week and running twice a week when not at boxing.
Also i have never juiced. I'm 100% British beef.
[Update]...
Bodyweight 3-4 months ago was around 205, bodyweight for the past couple weeks has been around 190, i lost the weight pretty steadily i think.
Bodyfat wise i have maybe leaned up 1 or 2% but im not a good judge of what my bodyfat is, i look and feel a tad bit leaner is all i can describe.
Oh yea and i my thighs are still very sore from 2 days ago because of squatting for the first time in a while.
A few outher numbers.
Old numbers from 4 months ago
Flat Bench 110 kg x 4
Military Press 70 kg x 4
Deadlift 160 kg x 4
New numbers from 2 days ago.
Flat Bench 85 kg x 4
Military Press 50 kg x 4
Deadlift 120 kg x 4
I have been doing boxing for the past 3 months and no weightlifting apart from one session 2 days back. Lots of highly intense cardio. I E. Sparring, jump rope, bag work, road work ect.
Going to boxing 2-3 times a week and running twice a week when not at boxing.
Also i have never juiced. I'm 100% British beef.
[Update]...
Bodyweight 3-4 months ago was around 205, bodyweight for the past couple weeks has been around 190, i lost the weight pretty steadily i think.
Bodyfat wise i have maybe leaned up 1 or 2% but im not a good judge of what my bodyfat is, i look and feel a tad bit leaner is all i can describe.
Oh yea and i my thighs are still very sore from 2 days ago because of squatting for the first time in a while.
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