Morning Cardio: Should You Do It?
Morning cardio is one of the most common fat-loss questions I get — so let’s clear it up properly 👇 ❓ Should you do morning cardio? Yes — if it fits your lifestyle. Morning cardio isn’t magic, but it can be a powerful habit builder. The real win is consistency, not the clock. 🔥 Is fasted cardio best? Not necessarily. Training fasted doesn’t automatically burn more fat over the day. Fat loss comes from a calorie deficit over time, not whether you’ve eaten before cardio. Fasted cardio can work if: - You feel good training without food - Intensity is low–moderate (walking, steady cycling) - You’re not strength training right after Avoid fasted cardio if: - You feel weak, dizzy, or flat - You’re doing intense HIIT - You’re lifting weights afterwards 👉 If performance drops, eat first. Simple. 🏃♂️ Benefits of doing cardio regularly - Increases daily calorie burn - Improves heart health & fitness - Helps recovery and circulation - Reduces stress and improves mood - Supports fat loss when paired with proper nutrition ⚠️ Should you do cardio every day? You can — if intensity is managed. Best approach: - 🚶♀️ Daily low-intensity movement (steps, incline walk) - ⚡ 2–3 higher-intensity sessions per week max - 🏋️♂️ Strength training stays the priority for fat loss & muscle Too much hard cardio + low calories = stalled fat loss ❌ ✅ Bottom line - Morning cardio isn’t mandatory - Fasted cardio isn’t superior - Consistency > timing - Cardio supports fat loss — it doesn’t replace nutrition or strength training 💬 Do you prefer morning or evening cardio — and why? Drop it below 👇