Depending on who you talk to, either cardio or strength training is best for losing weight and getting lean. Where cardio burns calories and fat while you are working out, lifting weights builds muscle, which increases your resting metabolic rate.

The truth is that, while both approaches have merit, research tells us that combining cardio with weights is actually the most effective way to get and stay lean ( 1 ).

While this information reveals the best way to achieve your body recomposition dreams, it’s also bad news. That’s because, in addition to finding time for strength training, you also need to include cardio in your already busy week.

Needless to say, many people will find this difficult.

I’m a veteran personal trainer with more than 35 years of experience, and I work with

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