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Help can cardio burn fat and muscle or just fat?
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Both.: Cardiovascular exercise can burn both fat and muscle for energy. Support it with weight training and a diet rich with lean protein sources to minimize muscle loss as you continue your cardio program.
Answered 11/25/2014
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