#56 – Why Cardio Is Hurting Your Fat Loss

Christina & Marissa talk all about why cardio is hurting your fat loss. They overview the typical view of cardio, talk some science, give you the ramifications of doing too much cardio, and some tips on other things you can focus on to replace excess cardio!

([0:00]) – Intro/Giveaway Updates!

([5:00]) – Episode Framing

([7:00]) – The Typical View of Cardio

([17:12]) – The Science of Cardio & Fat Loss

([28:18]) – Adaptation

([31:50]) – Ramifications of Doing Excess Cardio

([37:38]) – Cardio & Different Coaching Styles

([39:22]) – Strength Training Is NOT Cardio

([46:25]) – Fitness Trackers

([53:55]) – What Else Can You Focus On?

([57:00]) – Wrap-Up

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