The short answer: It depends on your goal

If you are trying to decide whether to roll out your mat before or after you hit the weights, the most effective approach is to prioritize your primary goal. There is no universal "correct" order; instead, the best sequence is the one that allows you to perform your most important activity of the day with the highest quality of movement and focus.

Because any amount of physical activity is better than none, and muscle strengthening benefits everyone, integrating both modalities helps you meet recommended guidelines. Adults can work toward 150 to 300 weekly minutes of moderate aerobic activity and muscle strengthening on at least two days. Combining yoga and strength training builds a robust movement practice, but the order matters because each activity places different demands on your central nervous system and muscle tissues.