The concepts of target heart rate and “fat burning zone” are subjects my clients often ask about, and I recently came across an interesting article that explains some of the science and strategies behind fat loss.
As Jason Karp explains in How to Burn Fat Faster & More Efficiently, our bodies use both fat and carbohydrates for energy during exercise. Low-intensity exercises like walking use more fat for energy, while higher-intensity activities draw more heavily upon carbs for energy. However, the assumption that low-intensity exercise constitutes a better “fat-burning zone” is incorrect. (more…)
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