The Pitfalls Of Cardio… Why Your Cardio Workout Could Be Killing Your Results

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The Pitfalls Of Cardio… Why Your Cardio Workout Could Be Killing Your Results

When it comes to working out, a lot of us are brainwashed about the way to get great ripped results. This is a bigger issue for women but I see plenty of men making this same mistake quite often as well.

Spending too much time and relying too much on cardio. If you’re spending over 30 minutes on your cardio going the same old speed, then you’re going to be left disappointed.

Sure the cardio deck at the gym is probably twice the size of the free weights section, but the truth is that cardio is not the best way to lose fat, to gain definition or to get any visible positive results… quite the contrary…

Cardio can actually be ruining your chances at a tight, lean, ripped body!

Why Long Cardio Endurance Sessions Suck…

1. You’re burning muscle, not fat. What a rude awakening! As a huge fan of running I hate to write this… but it’s true. Your body needs energy to keep you going on the machines and after 20 minutes it’s going to start breaking down your muscle, which is very energy rich!

2. Slow down your metabolism. You’re muscle is your fat burning powerhouse. Continue reading The Pitfalls Of Cardio… Why Your Cardio Workout Could Be Killing Your Results