23d • General discussion
Morning team 👊
Let’s talk cardio – when to do it and why timing matters.
🔹 Fasted cardio (first thing in the morning)
Fasted cardio can be useful during a fat-loss phase.
Why?
- Lower glycogen levels = your body is more likely to use stored body fat
- Simple, low-intensity work (walking, incline treadmill, bike)
- Easy way to increase daily calorie burn without affecting training
Best used for:
- Fat loss phases
- Low-intensity cardio (LISS)
- People who train later in the day
⚠️ Not magic. Fat loss still comes from a calorie deficit.
🔹 Post-weights cardio (recommended for most)
This is the sweet spot for most people.
Why it works:
- You’ve prioritised weights first (muscle retention is king)
- Glycogen has been used during training
- Cardio here supports fat loss without compromising strength
Best used for:
- Most fat-loss clients
- Anyone wanting to keep muscle while dropping body fat
- Structured, consistent plans
❌ Why we don’t do cardio BEFORE weights
This is the big mistake.
Doing cardio before training:
- Reduces strength and performance
- Limits progressive overload
- Increases fatigue
- Makes it harder to build or maintain muscle
If you care about:
- Results
- Shape
- Long-term progress
👉 Weights ALWAYS come first.
🔑 Key takeaway
- Fat loss = calorie deficit + consistency
- Cardio timing is a tool, not a rule
- Lift first, cardio after (or separate sessions)
- Don’t overcomplicate what works
Train smart. Stay consistent. Results follow 💪
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