The easy answer to that question is yes, absolutely. You can get a more time-efficient workout and burn about a third more calories by doing strength and cardio in one shot. Cardio blasts calories immediately, while strength-training increases metabolism over time, so combining the two gives you the best workout for your time spent. Schedule yourself 30 minutes to workout, I promise this will be plenty. Alternate 2 minutes of weights (cables, resistance bands) with 2 minutes of cycling (eliptical, treadmill) for 30 minutes, ramping up the intensity about half way through the workout. Some gyms offer a circuit-room that puts you through a workout with a timer. Another option is the bootcamp method, which pushes you to do cardio and strength training for 30 to 40 minutes with very little rest and is probably the most effective workout.
You can also do the bootcamp style workout at home by working your biceps, shoulders or back with a resistance band or dumbbells while alternating with Jumping Jacks, Squat Jumps or Mountain Climbers. Most people who have tried this workout 3 times a week for 12 weeks trimmed their waistlines by 4%. If you are interested in some other cardio excercises you can do at home without a machine, drop me an e-mail. Good luck and stay motivated!
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