Do you need cardio for weight loss?

Question

I'm trying to lose some weight and focusing mainly on strength training at the gym. My trainer said I should also do cardio, but is it really essential for burning fat and losing weight effectively?

Aditya Joshi · Accepted Answer

Actually, you don't strictly need cardio to lose weight, yaar. It is all about being in a calorie deficit at the end of the day. But cardio is really great for your heart health, so doing a mix of both is best.

Priya Nair · Answer

With my PCOS, doing too much intense cardio actually stressed my body and didn't help with weight loss. I found that strength training and simple daily walks worked much better for me. It is best to see what suits your body and consult a specialist.

Amit Verma · Answer

No, you don't absolutely need cardio. Weight loss is mostly about your diet and keeping a calorie deficit.

Saraswati Hegde · Answer

To lose weight, you must bring harmony to your eating habits first. Yoga and mindful eating are very powerful, and you do not need heavy cardio to heal your body. Just stay positive, walk gently, and eat fresh food.

Deepa Kurian · Answer

Don't stress yourself by thinking you have to run for hours to lose weight. Just eating simple home-cooked meals and doing light activities like walking or house chores can help you beautifully.

Rohan Deshmukh · Answer

I was reading some fitness blogs, and most trainers say that calorie control is 80% of weight loss, while cardio just helps burn extra energy. So you don't strictly need it, but it definitely speeds up the process.

Do you need cardio for weight loss?

6 answers

Consult a dietary specialist

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