Exercise slowly and burn fat faster – Fat Loss Myth #6

On the face of it the basis for myth number six seems to make sense as there is evidence which supports what it is saying. It goes like this. If you exercise at a comfortable pace, a pace at which you can continue to hold a conversation, for a long period of time, you will use up more of your body’s fat reserves as this type of exercise relies on fat for fuel rather than short lived carbohydrates. Your body is said to be in a ’steady state’ during this type of exercise, one where the oxygen demands of the body are constantly met by supply. Conversely, during intermittent anaerobic high-intensity workouts, carbs are the primary source of fuel. So, the evidence kind of stacks up doesn’t it? Well, no not really because it doesn’t take into account another characteristic of the high intensity workout. Read more