2879: Weekly Cardio & Strength Sessions & What’s Right For You? & Strong To The Core: Where Movement Starts by Eric Leija

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2879: Eric Leija breaks down the ideal balance of strength and cardio workouts for muscle gain, fat loss, and overall fitness. Strength training at least three times a week and incorporating 3-5 cardio sessions can maximize results. He also highlights the importance of core strength for posture, injury prevention, and functional movement. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.ericleija.com/weekly-cardio-strength-sessions-whats-right/ & https://www.ericleija.com/strong-to-the-core-where-movement-starts/ Quotes to ponder: "A braced core is required for the duration of the exercise." "If you hate doing it, you won’t do it, so choose whatever cardio you know you will actually complete!" "A weak core will cause you to open your kinetic chain and allow your spine to roll forward - a recipe for injury." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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