{"id":22148,"date":"2021-01-04T07:00:39","date_gmt":"2021-01-04T05:00:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trifocusfitnessacademy.co.za\/?p=22148"},"modified":"2022-10-19T16:03:01","modified_gmt":"2022-10-19T14:03:01","slug":"how-to-order-your-resistance-training-exercises","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trifocusfitnessacademy.co.za\/personal-fitness-training-blog\/how-to-order-your-resistance-training-exercises\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Order Your Resistance Training Exercises"},"content":{"rendered":"

Most of us have been raised to know that the order of things matters \u2013 socks before shoes, cereal before milk \u2013 the list goes on. The same is true for your workout routine \u2013 the order in which you train matter and can determine the effectiveness of your routine.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s recommended that you start with the harder exercise<\/a> that covers a larger area of the body and then move onto the smaller exercises. However, there\u2019s no universal framework for structuring your routine; it will vary to meet your needs.<\/p>\n

7 Tips For Creating A Programme<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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    Cardio or strength first?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    This will depend on your goals. To build muscle, start with low-intensity cardio for about 10 minutes. If you do too much cardio beforehand, you will tire your muscles long before reaching for the weights. Cardio can also act as a great warm-up exercise.<\/p>\n

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      Plyometrics next<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Explosive exercises are great for strength training<\/a> \u2013 but only in moderation. On the days that you do plyos, ensure that perform a proper warm-up beforehand and then perform the routine before you take on anything else. This will ensure that you have the energy you need to perform the workout without the risk of injury due to fatigue.<\/p>\n

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        Incorporate compound exercises<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Compound, or multi-joint exercises, improve strength, balance, and coordination. It can also help you to improve your endurance while training multiple muscle groups at the same time. Examples of this include deadlifts and squats. The most vital aspect of this exercise is understanding the technique and maintaining the correct form. Compound exercises need to be performed at the beginning of the training session. Single joint and muscle movements work well when you\u2019re tired and should be performed after compound exercises.<\/p>\n

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          High energy exercises<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Any form of exercise that requires a sudden burst of energy should be done first to ensure that you\u2019re able to get the most out of your workout. This also assists in reducing the risk of injury, which increases as your body becomes more fatigued.<\/p>\n