cardio and weights

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mp1li Posts: 17 Joined: 2004/02/23	2004/03/24, 12:28 PM This may be a really dumb question. I read an article today that says you can do cardio with weights if you keep your rate above 65%. Would this then eliminate the worry that your body would use muscle tissue for energy since your acually building those muscles? Would this be an effective way to do cardio, especially if you were concerned with lowering your body fat level? I don't have cardio equipment and as of the last 10 weeks I have been running for cardio. It's kind of boring, and I'm concerned about losing muscle tissue. Is it suggested to run at a slower pace for a longer period of time (3-4 miles) or run at a faster pace for a moderate period of time(1-2 miles). I am interested in decreasing body fat. I lift weights 4 times a week.

7707mutt Posts: 7,686 Joined: 2002/06/18	2004/03/24, 12:42 PM I would just run. I think using weights while doing cardio(those little hand weights joggers use comes to mind and or ankle weight) puts way to much stress on the joints(elbows wrists, ankles, knees etc). Just lift hard eat, drink, sleep right and do the cardio! -------------- LIFT HEAVY! BECOME STRONG, LIKE BULL! 7707mutt@freetrainers.com