The Truth About Cardio and Fat Loss

June 28, 2025

Cardio has long been the go-to exercise for fat loss. But does more cardio really mean more fat burned?

Studies show that while cardio burns calories during exercise, strength training builds muscle, which increases your resting metabolic rate — meaning you burn more calories even while sleeping.

The best approach? A combination of both:

• 2–3 days/week of strength training
• 2–3 days/week of moderate-intensity cardio
• Focus on consistency rather than intensity

So yes — cardio can help, but it’s not the whole story.