Fasted Vs Fed Cardio For Fat Loss? Which is better?

Does working out in a fasted state help you lose weight?

A well-known study published by some of industry's best, and published in the journal Sports Medicine found that there is no significant difference in body composition changes between fasted and non-fasted aerobic exercise.

The study looked at 20 healthy young women who were randomly assigned to one of two groups:

-- Fasted group: Participants in this group exercised after an overnight fast.

-- Non-fasted group: Participants in this group ate a meal before exercise.

Both groups performed 1 hour of aerobic exercise 3 days per week for 4 weeks.

At the end of the study, there was no significant difference in weight loss, fat mass loss, or muscle mass gain between the two groups.

The authors of the study concluded that there is no evidence that fasted aerobic exercise is more effective for weight loss or body composition changes than non-fasted aerobic exercise.

Here are some of the things to consider when deciding whether to work out in a fasted state:

👉Your fitness goals: If your goal is to lose weight, it is important to create a calorie deficit.

Fat burning does not imply fat loss, and instead, the latter will depend on a consistent deficit.

This means that you need to burn more calories than you consume.

Whether you work out in a fasted state or not will not make a significant difference in your calorie deficit.

👉 Your personal preferences: Some people find that they have more energy when they work out in a fasted state.

Others find that they feel tired or lightheaded. (Me)

​Ultimately, the best way to find out what works for you is to experiment.

👉 Your performance: Are your workouts intense? If they are, you'll likely want to start your day off with some fuel intake.

Reflect on how your performance differs between fasted and fed training.

If overall Calories are the most important facet, won't more intense workouts be optimal for your goals?

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