Should I Do Cardio or Pilates First?

If you've ever combined running, walking, cycling, or another form of cardio with Pilates-inspired strength training, you've probably asked yourself:

Should I do cardio or Pilates first?

The answer depends on your goals.

If your goal is improving endurance for a race or specific athletic event, your cardio workout may take priority.

But if your goals include:

• Building lean muscle

• Improving body composition

• Getting stronger

• Supporting metabolism

• Creating more definition

Then Pilates-inspired strength training should usually come first.

And here's why.