Research
Energy balance
Performing cardiovascular exercise early in the morning on an empty stomach may enhance fat mobilization for fuel.
Practitioners may consider recommending morning cardio on an empty stomach for fat loss.
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THE THEORY GIVEN FOR THIS STRATEGY IS THAT A SHIFT IN ENERGY UTILIZATION AWAY FROM CARBOHYDRATES OCCURS, THEREBY ALLOWING GREATER MOBILIZATION OF STORED FAT FOR FUEL.
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Source
Does Cardio After an Overnight Fast Maximize Fat Loss?
Brad J. Schöenfeld · Strength and conditioning journal · 2010
DOI 10.1519/ssc.0b013e31820396ec
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