Why Cardio Is Killing Your Gains

When most people decide they want to get in shape, the very first thing they do is start running but what if hammering out massive amounts of cardio is actually the worst thing you can do for your body and your goals?In this episode of the It's Supposed to be Heavy podcast, strength coach Jermiah Blount explains why relying solely on cardio is an overrated and potentially harmful approach to weight loss and overall health. Instead of pounding your joints into oblivion for a "runner's body," Jermiah breaks down how building lean muscle mass acts as a protective armor for your organs, revamps your metabolism, and completely transforms your body composition for the long haul. Tune in to understand the only form of cardio you actually need, why the scale is lying to you, and how combining consistent strength training with a simple 10,000-step daily goal is the ultimate recipe for longevity.0:08 - Why Cardio is Overrated0:36 - The Only Good Cardio1:04 - The Runner's Body1:44 - Muscle as Armor2:06 - Transforming Metabolism3:18 - Building Lasting Strength7:09 - Cardio vs. Calorie Burn10:01 - The 3,500 Calorie Rule"The more muscle mass you have... you're protecting things in your body. You gotta think of it as our turtle shell, yeah. It's protecting our soft insides.""When you do cardio and you're hammering out cardio, right? The moment you stop cardio, you're done, right? You're not really burning calories anymore.""Right now there's nothing on the market that's just absolutely gonna lengthen your life more than just lifting weights, watching your nutrition, getting your water and recovery. And it is super cheap... [it] is not gonna be as expensive as the medical bills you will eventually pay from not doing it."Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear it.About Jermiah Blount: Jermiah has harbored a deep passion for health, fitness, and strength ever since his tenure in the Air Force. He finds fulfillment in assisting individuals in enhancing their lives by promoting strength, well-being, and proper nutrition through the utilization of Heavyish principles.Check us out at:https://www.instagram.com/heavyishgym/https://www.tiktok.com/@heavyishgym#strengthtraining #cardiodebate #bodycomposition