Is cutting calories same as cardio?

[genarr3]

Good post Thumper69

 

[Dr.X]

I disagree that cardio is better that calorie deficit. At least conventional cardio (low intensity). Yea cardio (especially on an empty stomach) will help you burn fat, but:
1. It is catabolic - causes you to LOSE muscle
2. It interferes with muscle building
3. It sucks

In the past, I have repeately tried cardio pre-contest and the end result has always been a loss of muscle mass. The same does not true for calorie restriction - at least for me.

 

[johnboy]

Good thought

Cardio does have other benifits other then weight loss. Its good for your heart, lungs, depression, anxiety, sex drive etc...