Exercise Order Matters More Than You Think: Why Your First Movement Decides Your Strength Gains

Exercise Order Matters More Than You Think: Why Your First Movement Decides Your Strength Gains

The exercise you perform first in a workout session is doing far more work than most people realize. Research consistently shows that exercises completed earlier generate significantly greater strength and hypertrophy gains over time, regardless of the weight used—making session structure one of your most consequential gym decisions.