Article: PDF OnlyOmega-3 Fatty Acids A Novel Fat BurnerSchoenfeld, Brad CSCSAuthor Information Scarsdale, New York Brad Schoenfeld is President of Global Fitness Services in Scarsdale, NY. Strength and Conditioning Journal: June 2004 - Volume 26 - Issue 3 - p 72-76 Free Abstract summary The quest to get lean is an obsession with a large segment of the general public—an obsession that also extends to many athletes, body builders, and fitness competitors. By reducing body fat to low levels, physical performance and aesthetics can be enhanced, thereby providing a competitive edge in various sporting endeavors. This article will focus on the role of omega-3 fatty acids in lipolysis and explain how proper integration of these nutrients can lead to an improved body composition. © 2004 National Strength and Conditioning Association