The Pros and Cons of Fasted Training: Is It Right for You?

Fasted training promises fat loss and performance gains but carries risks, especially for women. Discover a balanced approach.
The Pros and Cons of Fasted Training: Is It Right for You?
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Unleashing the power of fasted training has captivated athletes and fitness enthusiasts alike, promising a path to enhanced fat burning, metabolic flexibility, and elevated performance. However, this ascetic approach is not without caveats, particularly for women.

Navigating the delicate interplay between fasting and physiological demands requires careful consideration, as embracing this trend could undermine overall well-being and disrupt the hormonal balance that supports optimal function.

A Fitness Trend With Some Scientific Backing

Intermittent fasting and time-restricted eating have profoundly influenced our eating habits, Ian Craig, a nutritional therapist and exercise physiologist, told The Epoch Times.
Zena le Roux
Zena le Roux
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Zena le Roux is a health journalist with a master’s in investigative health journalism and a certified health and wellness coach specializing in functional nutrition. She is trained in sports nutrition, mindful eating, internal family systems, and applied polyvagal theory. She works in private practice and serves as a nutrition educator for a UK-based health school.
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