Does Cardio Burn Fat?
One of the most interesting observations you could make about health clubs has to do with the legions of “aerobicisers” who sweat it out every day on their favorite elliptical, treadmill or stairmaster. Those machines are constantly being used and abused by a medley of flabby physiques. In fact, on any given evening there could be a lineup to use them. Yet, where are the leanest, most ripped physiques in the gym? The free weight section. So it begs the question: does cardio really burn fat? Just based on the popularity of the cardio machines you would think the issue was already decided. So would it surprise you to learn that cardio only might or possibly burn fat? It really depends on the circumstances. And if you’re thinking “what!?! That can’t be right!” Don’t worry, I’m about to clarify myself. You see, when you perform cardiovascular exercise, your body has two choices. It can burn fat or it can burn glucose. Now glucose is taken from sugars which are stored in your muscles, and w
