
Wellness Weekly
Cardio Isn't King: Unpacking the Myth of Needing Cardio for Weight Loss
For years, the image of someone pounding away on a treadmill or elliptical has been synonymous with weight loss. "You gotta do your cardio!" is a mantra that has echoed through gyms and fitness magazines. But what if we told you that endless hours of cardio might not be the most efficient – or even necessary – path to shedding those extra pounds? Let's unpack the myth that cardio is the undisputed king of weight loss.