Hmmm, I'm just getting into weights and more-than-just-walking fitness, so you guys all seem to know much more about it, but I did read in relation to the OP that cardio after lifting was a good thing? Something about the lifting session quickly burning through the glycogen stores, meaning more fat burning during the cardio. However, as Hwyman pointed out, muscles need that protien REAL quick after lifting, so what do you guys think would be the best option on a mixed-day workout? Would the cardio session essentially extend the 'working' phase of the lifting session, so if you had your shake or whatever after the cardio, would that be just as good? Anyone?