IBJI Health Performance Institute - Mount Prospect

Can engaging in aerobic activity prior to lifting weights mean better muscular gains?

A recent study from the FASEB journal found that the effects of aerobic activity prior to strength training may improve the effects of hypertrophy (i.e. muscle growth)...

Aerobic Exercises & Muscle Growth - IBJI Health Performance Institute A recent study from the FASEB journal found that the effects of aerobic activity prior to strength training may improve the effects of hypertrophy (i.e. muscle growth). Aerobic activity increases capillarization which is simply the formation and development of a network of capillaries to a part ...

A recent study from the FASEB journal found that the effects of aerobic activity prior to strength training may improve the effects of hypertrophy (i.e. muscle growth).

Aerobic activity increases capillarization which is simply the formation and development of a network of capillaries to a part of the body. This increase in blood vessels and subsequent blood flow has been linked to muscle growth. 💪

Thus, in connecting the dots, it's theorized that by engaging in aerobic activity prior to lifting weights, individuals can better realize muscular gains. 🏋️‍♀️

Whether or not muscle growth is more easily attained when preceded by cardiovascular work needs to be studied further, but preliminary science would suggest there are some real muscular benefits. 😎