You want to mix it up _ in the right order.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)

Byline: Nancy Cole

You've started a new exercise program for 2005, but you're not sure which order of exercises is proper. Which should you perform first_machines, free weights or body weight?

It's important to mix up your workouts to keep your muscles guessing, but there are some sound physiological reasons for performing certain types of exercises first. We usually execute our multi-joint, free-weighted exercises first when our stabilization muscles are fresh. These exercises require balance and controlled form, making them better starting exercises. Once your stabilization muscles are fatigued, machine exercises can balance your moves and provide support …