Little advice please

**wantbiggunz** · 07-01-2004, 08:01 PM

Here's the deal. I used to do cardio in the AM on a empty stomach 3 times a week on non-workout days. That is not an option anymore.

1st question: Is cardio in the PM on a empty stomach just wasting my time? If not, how long and what do I do? I have always heard that in the AM on a empty stomach is better, because stored fat will be used for energy. I was told in the evening, I won't even hit stored fat for energy unless I do about an hour of cardio. Any truth to that?

2nd question: What is the best device to use to monitor my heart rate so that I don't go overboard and start burning muscle, and what is the optimum heart rate/percentage to be at?

35
210
bodyfat(how do you test this)?

cycle
M1T/4derm

Feel free to slam me and give the do and dont's for future posts. Thanks.

**dalcowbag** · 07-01-2004, 08:11 PM

IN CAPS BRO. . .

Originally Posted by wantbiggunz

Here's the deal. I used to do cardio in the AM on a empty stomach 3 times a week on non-workout days. That is not an option anymore.

1st question: Is cardio in the PM on a empty stomach just wasting my time? If not, how long and what do I do? I have always heard that in the AM on a empty stomach is better, because stored fat will be used for energy. I was told in the evening, I won't even hit stored fat for energy unless I do about an hour of cardio. Any truth to that?
ALL TRUTH YOU ARE CORRECT

2nd question: What is the best device to use to monitor my heart rate so that I don't go overboard and start burning muscle, and what is the optimum heart rate/percentage to be at?
THAT WOULD BE A HEART RATE MONITOR. . U COULD PROB FIND THEM ON MOST FITNESS SITES. AND FOR BEST FAT BURNING AND TO KEEP THAT MUSCLE KEEP YOU HR BETWEEN 65-75% OF YOUR MAX HR FOR 45-60 MINS

35
210
bodyfat(how do you test this)?
FIND SOME ONE LOCALY TO DO A 9 POINT CALIPER TEST. THE PERSONAL TRAINER AT YOUR GYM COULD PROB HELP YA OUT

cycle
M1T/4derm

Feel free to slam me and give the do and dont's for future posts. Thanks.

**wantbiggunz** · 07-01-2004, 08:14 PM

Thanks Bra.

**dalcowbag** · 07-01-2004, 08:15 PM

not a prob ma-man

**wantbiggunz** · 07-01-2004, 08:15 PM

Oh Yea, so am I just wasting my time in the evening??? I have no other choice...

**bad_man** · 07-01-2004, 08:15 PM

Originally Posted by wantbiggunz

1st question: Is cardio in the PM on a empty stomach just wasting my time? If not, how long and what do I do? I have always heard that in the AM on a empty stomach is better, because stored fat will be used for energy. I was told in the evening, I won't even hit stored fat for energy unless I do about an hour of cardio. Any truth to that?

It's not the time of day that makes AM cardio the best choice, it's that your stomach is empty and your blood glycogen has been depleted. This is what allows your body to use body fat for the fuel. In order to mimic this in the PM, you'll have to go without food for 6-8 hours. This is not good as you've already fasted for that long when you slept.

Originally Posted by wantbiggunz

2nd question: What is the best device to use to monitor my heart rate so that I don't go overboard and start burning muscle, and what is the optimum heart rate/percentage to be at?

Most heart rate monitors are adequate. The optimum is 60-70% of your max heart rate. Your max = 220 minus age.

Originally Posted by wantbiggunz

bodyfat(how do you test this)?

There are numerous was. Check out the attachement.

**Mighty Joe** · 07-01-2004, 08:20 PM

Hang on bro! Swole will be here shortly to get this answered for ya! But I think Bad Man hit it right on the head!

MJ

**dalcowbag** · 07-01-2004, 08:22 PM

Originally Posted by Mighty Joe

Hang on bro! Swole will be here shortly to get this answered for ya! But I think Bad Man hit it right on the head!

MJ

we might as well delete our post bad man. .our advice is no good i suppose

**wantbiggunz** · 07-01-2004, 08:23 PM

Thanks for all da help. I had a meal about 2-3 hrs ago, but need to go do some cardio.. Until I can obtain the monitor, how do I know if I should run/jog, or just walk fast. Should I just walk for about an hour real fast?? Confused, as I used to run a lot and never thought walking was worth a ****. Then I started losing weight instead of gaining it. Very confused and frustrated. I just recently found out that although I was working out like a dog, I was burning a lot more calories than I was consuming.. What a dumb ass.

**dalcowbag** · 07-01-2004, 08:25 PM

Originally Posted by wantbiggunz

Thanks for all da help. I had a meal about 2-3 hrs ago, but need to go do some cardio.. Until I can obtain the monitor, how do I know if I should run/jog, or just walk fast. Should I just walk for about an hour real fast?? Confused, as I used to run a lot and never thought walking was worth a ****. Then I started losing weight instead of gaining it. Very confused and frustrated. I just recently found out that although I was working out like a dog, I was burning a lot more calories than I was consuming.. What a dumb ass.

a moderate incline walk on the treadmill will do the trick. . just fiddle around and find your right pace/incline

**bad_man** · 07-01-2004, 08:26 PM

Originally Posted by dalcowbag

we might as well delete our post bad man. .our advice is no good i suppose

I try not to let that bother me. When I was a noob, I used to post threads directed solely at Swole. His rep speaks for itself while the rest of us need to demonstrate that we know what we're talking about. Don't take it personally.

**dalcowbag** · 07-01-2004, 08:26 PM

and if your not on a treadmill then go with a fast walk

**bad_man** · 07-01-2004, 08:27 PM

Originally Posted by wantbiggunz

Thanks for all da help. I had a meal about 2-3 hrs ago, but need to go do some cardio.. Until I can obtain the monitor, how do I know if I should run/jog, or just walk fast. Should I just walk for about an hour real fast?? Confused, as I used to run a lot and never thought walking was worth a ****. Then I started losing weight instead of gaining it. Very confused and frustrated. I just recently found out that although I was working out like a dog, I was burning a lot more calories than I was consuming.. What a dumb ass.

You can go low tech and simply check your pulse with your finger.

**dalcowbag** · 07-01-2004, 08:28 PM

Originally Posted by bad_man

I try not to let that bother me. When I was a noob, I used to post threads directed solely at Swole. His rep speaks for itself while the rest of us need to demonstrate that we know what we're talking about. Don't take it personally.

I know man i dont. . it just gets frustrating sometimes. .esp when i am studying for my RD. it touches a nerve. OH WELL

**wantbiggunz** · 07-01-2004, 09:19 PM

peace out, thanks for the help. Gotta get up at 3:30. This **** site is addicting - - I'm neglecting my sleep for knowledge, but I think in the long run what don't kill me will make me stronger. Amazing how much I did not know. I wasted a lot of time over the years..