Why Cardio Sucks for Fat Loss

Published: Thu, 08/03/17

Aerobic exercise INCREASES our ghrelin levels (our hunger hormone) which means cardio makes you hungry! Go for a 5-mile run or long bike ride and watch your hunger soar!

Doing a crap-load of cardio may be okay for fat loss in the short-term but it stinks for sustainable, lasting results. Not only does cardiovascular training make you more hungry, it doesn't really help improve your BMR or basal metabolic rate.

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Your BMR is your resting metabolic rate. It's how many calories your body consumes while sleeping and while just functioning. People with MORE muscle mass have a higher BMR which means they do a much better job of burning up calories while resting, sleeping (and not even exercising).

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Stay Strong,

Coach Chris Wilson
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