Glossary / Nutrition
Fasted cardio
Cardio done before eating, often promoted as a shortcut for burning more body fat.
Short Definition
Cardio done before eating, often promoted as a shortcut for burning more body fat.
Plain-English Explanation
Fasted cardio can change which fuels are used during the session.
That is not the same as proving greater long-term fat loss. If fasted training helps consistency, it can be fine; if it harms performance or appetite control, it is not magic.