Cardio activities like running and riding a bike are fantastic for increasing your heart rate and burning calories. You also train your lower body and feel an intense burning sensation in your quads and calves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But is traditional cardio an effective way to train your lower body? It can be, but you must pick the right exercises for your leg day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
To that end, let\u2019s discuss the difference between cardio and leg training.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Skip to: Exercises<\/a><\/strong> or HIIT Workout<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s no secret that cardio trains your legs. Go for a 30-minute jog, and you\u2019ll probably experience a deep burning sensation in your calves and quadriceps. The experience naturally leads to the question: \u201cDoes running count as leg day?\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Unfortunately, low-intensity steady-state cardio<\/a> (LISS) isn\u2019t the best way to train and develop your muscles. According to research, aerobic exercise can bring some hypertrophy, but only initially and for untrained people (1<\/a>, 2<\/a>). <\/p>\n\n\nCan Cardio Make for a Good Leg Workout?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n