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You’ve probably heard it before:
“If you want to lose fat, just do more cardio.”
And hey — we get it. Running, biking, or jumping on the elliptical for 45 minutes feels like the go-to move when you want to “burn calories” and slim down. Cardio is accessible, sweat-inducing, and it gives you that I worked hard today feeling.
But if your goal is sustainable fat loss, there’s something else you need to be doing:
strength training.
Here’s what most people don’t realize:
Yes, cardio burns calories — during the workout. But that’s where the benefits mostly stop.
Strength training, on the other hand, builds lean muscle — and muscle is metabolically active tissue. That means it helps you burn more calories all day long, even at rest.
In other words:
🟢 Cardio = temporary calorie burn
🟢 Strength training = long-term metabolic boost
So while cardio can be helpful, it’s strength training that truly moves the needle for fat loss and overall body composition.
At CrossFit Spring Hill, we don’t chase fat loss for the sake of a number on the scale.
We care about helping you feel stronger, more capable, and more confident in your body — so you can say “yes” to the people and passions in your life.
Whether that’s playing with your kids, hiking the Smokies, or simply feeling great in your jeans — being strong makes life better.
You don’t have to be strong to start.
You get strong by starting.
We meet you where you are, teach you how to move safely, and help you build the consistency and confidence to keep progressing over time.
We’re not a gym full of competitive athletes. We’re a community of everyday people getting stronger together — one workout at a time.
If you’re tired of cardio-only routines and want to build a stronger, leaner, more capable version of yourself — we’re here to help.
📲 Book a Free No-Sweat Intro. It’s a simple, no-pressure conversation with a coach who will listen to your goals and help you build a plan that actually works.
👉 Book Now
You don’t need more random workouts. You need a strategy — and a coach who cares.
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