James Fell tweeted this interesting article. I like it because he addresses the science, how it is easily confused, and his perspective as a runner who lifts weights.
My favorite take away is “Lean Bodies Are Made In The Kitchen No matter the exercise type, burning calories is the least important thing exercise does. I’ve been saying this for years. Performance enhancement and health improvements are more important, but when it comes to fat loss, the ability to change eating behavior is a significant benefit of regular exercise.”
Lifting Weights Burns Fat Why Weight Lifting Is Better Than Cardio For Fat Loss James Fell
Weightlifting is totally better for fat loss than cardio, because broscience. In this case I’m going to agree with the bros; even though I’m a Boston Marathon qualifier, there is a compelling argument why weightlifting is better for lowering body fat.
Hang on; it’s complicated.
Muscle Mass and Metabolism One book I recommend is Strength Training for Fat Loss by Nick Tuminello. It provides detailed instruction on lifting weights in a manner that is metabolically costly. That means you burn a lot of calories doing it, plus you build muscle. Awesome.