The Ultra Workshop Series

Turning precision health into practice.

Fasted Cardio: What It Is, What It Isn't, and What Actually Matters

Training on an empty stomach is one of the most debated topics in fitness — and one of the most misunderstood. Some swear it's the key to fat loss. Others avoid it entirely out of fear of losing muscle. The truth is more nuanced than either side suggests.

Fasted cardio — cardiovascular exercise performed after an extended period without food — does change how your body uses fuel during a session. But whether that translates to better results depends on factors most people never consider: intensity, duration, total calorie intake, recovery, and individual response.

In this workshop, you'll learn what's actually happening inside your body during fasted cardio, which benefits are real and which are overhyped, and how to decide whether it belongs in your routine. You'll leave with a clear, evidence-based framework for making smarter decisions about meal timing and exercise — no matter your experience level.

Date & Time

📅 March 10, 2026
⏰ 6:30 – 7:15 PM EST
🎟️ Free to attend


Hosted by: Mark Dionisio 

MS • BCS • WMS • FNS  • PTRD • Fitness Coach 
Head Shot - Mindset Performance

Mark combines evidence-based training with real-world application to help people build habits that actually last. With a background in fitness, physical therapy settings, and sport psychology, he focuses on sustainable movement, behavior change, and long-term performance - not quick fixes.

His approach integrates strength training principles, psychology, and habit science to help clients move better, feel more confident in their bodies, and train in ways that support health across the lifespan.

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Workshop FAQs

Who is this workshop for?
  • Anyone curious about whether fasted cardio is worth trying or worth keeping in their routine
  • People working toward fat loss who want to separate evidence from hype
  • Recreational exercisers and endurance athletes looking to understand how meal timing affects performance
  • Anyone who wants to make more informed decisions about how and when they train
Will Reframe Ultra be discussed?

Yes, briefly at the end. The workshop stands on its own, and there is no pressure to join anything.

Will this help even if I already train regularly?

Absolutely. This workshop goes beyond beginner basics. Whether you've been doing fasted cardio for years or you've never tried it, you'll walk away with a clearer understanding of the research, the trade-offs, and how to apply it intelligently within your current program.