I am looking to add pilates to my workout routine. Is there anything i should know as far as timing in regards to cardio and lifting before and after?

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like usual, i dont have any good advice.... :lol: .......but im interested in knowing as well! :D

like usual, i dont have any good advice.... :lol: .......but im interested in knowing as well! :D

Good to know i am not the only one then :p

well i guess no one had any answers for us eh? :lol:

I am thinking no answer means it doesn't matter ??

i'll have to agree with that......

I've never done pilates, but I'm curious about this same question but in reference to two classes that I like to do -- "Fitness Yoga", and "Cardio Kick".

I love the Fitness Yoga class -- I have not done traditional yoga, but this class balances strength conditioning with the stretching and relaxation elements of yoga. I find I get a great core workout with the class, and if I haven't done it in a while, I can get a complete body workout, as I will have DOMS on almost all muscle groups the next day!

The Cardio Kick class is most similar to "Tae Bo" I suppose. It's a great cardio workout, that involves a lot of shadow boxing type moves, kicking, and pushups, as well as a great ab workout at the end of the class.

I enjoy both classes, and for that reason alone I would like to incorporate them in my workouts. Cardio Kick for the cardio, and the yoga for the general overall effect on my mind and body.

However, I worry that the strength aspects of both classes may interfere with my overall training (3-4 weight training days per week). If I do chest/triceps one day, then do a cardio kick class, will the punching/pushups negatively affect my recovery? Any input?