How to Lose Fat, The Right Way

Mikel Hildebrandt
Jan 27, 2025By Mikel Hildebrandt

Why Balancing Cardio and Strength Training is Essential


Ever wondered why those spinning classes four times a week haven’t budged your belly fat? Or why you can run a marathon but still can’t see your abs?

The truth is, cardio alone won’t give you the body you’ve always dreamed of. Cardio has its place in a healthy lifestyle, but the more cardio you do, the more efficient your body becomes, meaning fewer calories burned over time.

Our bodies are smart. They prioritize what’s essential for survival. So if you’re not challenging your muscles enough with strength training, your body may sacrifice muscle before fat. Overdoing cardio makes your body more optimized for endurance at the expense of muscle mass. That’s right—your body adapts to burn fewer calories and drops muscle, which is the opposite of what you want for sustainable fat loss.

The real secret to losing fat in a healthy, sustainable way is a well-rounded program that combines cardio with strength training. Strength training builds muscle, and muscle helps boost your metabolism, so you burn more calories even when you're at rest. This combination ensures that your body taps into stored fat for energy while preserving and building lean muscle, giving you that toned, sculpted look.

Instead of relying on cardio alone, a customized fat loss program that includes both energy systems training and strength work is your key to lasting results. You’ll not only burn fat but also strengthen and maintain your muscles, which helps support long-term fitness and keeps your metabolism high