The Food Medic
S10 Ask Dr Hazel: Does strength training burn more fat than cardio?
Oct 5, 2023
Dr. Hazel defines strength training and discusses its effectiveness for burning fat compared to cardio. She highlights the importance of including both forms of exercise in a routine and mentions a gym-based strength program offered by the Food Medic.
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- Strength training involves using resistance or weights to increase muscle strength, which can include activities like yoga and body pump.
- While cardio exercises tend to burn more calories per minute, strength training increases lean muscle mass and raises resting metabolic rate, leading to more calorie burn even at rest.
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Definition and types of strength training
Strength training, also referred to as resistance training, is any form of movement that increases muscle strength by making the muscles work against a weight or force. This can include using free weights, weight machines, or even resistance bands. Activities like going to the gym or doing crossfit are obvious examples of strength training, but other movements such as yoga, where your body acts as resistance, also count. One specific example mentioned in the podcast is Lesmels body pump, which involves using light to moderate free weights and a barbell, making it a form of strength training.
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