Empty-Stomach Morning Cardio?

In responding to a few e-mails, I explain my thoughts regarding doing A.M. cardio on an empty stomach.

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[Agnorelli1]

I know this will decrease some of my body's muscle mass but what I'm mainly concerned for is strength so can I do this without losing any strength?

[chellefit]

@Agnorelli1 It doesn't necessarily have to decrease muscle mass, but you may find that it does for you. However, you don't necessarily need a lot of mass to have a lot of strength -- more increase in contractile proteins (myofibrillar) rather than sarcoplasmic (volume). As far as your question, keep your morning cardio separate from your weight lifting routines, and try supporting your weight training sessions with good nutrition before and after (unlike morning cardio). Thanks for contributing!

[aspectra]

After I finished a bulking routine, I had about 8 pounds of unwanted bodyfat as a result of it. Fasted cardio actually helped me get rid of it without suffering any noticeable muscle loss, but I wouldn't recommend it for longterm.

At any rate, I took a scoop of Casein protein before bedtime, and chugged a glass of water with BCAA's before leaving the house in the morning. My sessions were however short, not exceeding 32 minutes under any circumstances.

[chellefit]

@aspectra That's the perfect mix if you are using this method -- BCAA's and time limit! Couldn't agree more :)

[zeus151195]

gr8 vid its really helpful and simple but i have a question... i am 15 years old and weight is 59kg and do workouts and cardio 3 times per week and i was thinking to begin morning cardio... but my 6pack is vizible but not enough because of the last fats i need to take off... in the higher part of my belly i have less fat then the lower part and i have some litle love handles... does this mean that i have cortisol and cant do morning cardio??? (because cortisol hormone stores fat in the belly)

[chellefit]

@zeus151195 This isn't likely the case (high cortisol) especially since you have youth on your side. It's likely overall body fat due to some less-than-desirable food choices. Likely eating a bit cleaner most of the time you could lose 1% or 2% and see what you refer to as "love handles" diminish. Again, you're only 15, so I wouldn't worry about it too much -- focus more on being active and eating clean and healthy 85% of the time and you'll naturally see more abs! Thanks for commenting!

[SMITHWAYNE100]

very pretty

[chellefit]

@dioguito24 Thanks for commenting! Just to be clear, I myself have used this method, with the "guidelines" I discuss in the vid :) However, for a large portion of my clients I've found it's not as effective and has a higher risk of sacrificing lean muscle mass. They end up losing some of their shape and retaining belly fat while leaning in other areas. Genetics and dynamic aspects make it so there are always exceptions to the "rule". Glad this method works for you! All the best :)

[MrRabinbhandari]

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[jacopian73]

I love you

[kwdckperera]

Nice video! by the way my sis used this popular diet program known as: Impact 790 Diet and shed 7 kgs within a month. I cannot remember the actual website just Google it.

[brushfour44]

This video is correct! There is NO evidence whatsoever showing cardio done on an empty stomach improves fat loss or calorie burn. Daily caloric deficits over time are what create fat loss. Performing cardio in the morning on an empty stomach with blood sugar low will hurt your cardio performance. Your level of output will suffer. You don't become a better athlete and fat burner by training yourself to perform sub-par. A small snack (Tigers Milk Bar) before cardio in the morning is best.

[sairaj1]

true--i naturally have higher levels of cortisol so i would workout with an empty stomach. for most people who are overweight--it is necessary for them to have breakfast within the first hour after they wake up.

[2pzgren142]

dammit she's cute - and she knows her stuff, makes her double-cute, dammit

[erciliah29]

every time I do empty stomach cardio, i feel like crap, no energy and super tired.

[DocHoIidaze]

in the army we run in the morning then we eat.

[nafism6969]

damn girl, id need all the calories i can get, cause u fiiiiiiine.

[Battery9876]

Green tea is also good before morning cardio. It stimulate lipolysis, reduces cortisol, and increases insulin sensitivity for the following meal.