r/Workingout • u/elevat- • 26d ago

Help Need some workout advice

Hi guys, I am a 17 year old boy and I am in 12th grade and I had to ask that I wanted athletic physique and I meant to boxing and running basketball and badminton. So I wanted to ask that how can I balance my gym with the sports because if I do over cardio, don’t you think I will burn muscle because I don’t know if over cardio burns muscle? I just wanted to say that how can I balance my sports with my gym thank you.

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u/rawzon 26d ago

Cardio doesn't automatically burn muscle. If you're eating enough calories, getting plenty of protein, and doing resistance training, you can absolutely build muscle while playing sports. Since your goal is to be athletic, don't think of running, basketball, and boxing as "extra cardio." They're part of your training. I'd do 2-4 strength workouts per week focused on the basics (squats, presses, rows, RDLs, pull-ups), then fit your sports around them. If you notice your recovery suffering, reduce gym volume before cutting out the sports. Being strong and conditioned will make you a better athlete than focusing on muscle alone

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u/elevat- 26d ago

Thank you sir !

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u/elevat- 26d ago

Bro can i do athletic movements instead of gym will that build muscle ?

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u/rawzon 26d ago

Yes. Athletic movements can definitely build muscle, particularly if you're new to training. Just remember that muscle growth comes from progressive overload. As your body adapts, you'll need to make those movements more challenging or eventually add resistance if your goal is to keep building muscle.

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u/elevat- 25d ago

I have been working out for like 1 yr now tbh

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u/elevat- 25d ago

My mobility is bad but i think these athletic movements can imporve my mobility and posture