Fitness Myths

Unfortunately, there is no magic pill or machine to make you lose weight....so I guess we'll have to stick to good old-fashioned exercise! You've got to keep your daily caloric intake in check AND exercise (cardio & strength training) about 20 minutes AT LEAST three times a week.

Beware of the following myths!

Myth #1: The right supplement can make you thin.

Supplements are herbs and/or nutrients that are meant to be used to aid ones health. When following an exercise regimen, supplements can provide your body with extra nutrients to replace what your body utilized during an intense workout.

Myth #2: The right diet can make you 'ripped'.

Diet alone will not get you that 'ripped' physique you're striving for. A healthy diet along with exercise is the way to gain muscle tone. Although just dieting will cause you to lose weight, you've got to work on building muscle for optimal results.

Myth #3: Just work your abs to get a 6-pack.

Just working your abs will give you strong ab muscles, but if you've got fat over top of it you won't see the difference. You have to work your entire body to achieve a 6-pack. You have to lose weight as a whole and weight train to earn your 6-pack....if it were easy, everyone would have a 6-pack!

Myth #4: The only exercise you need is cardio.

Cardiovascular activities (anything that elevates the heart rate) do cause you to burn calories, however, strength training builds muscle which is what burns calories. Cardio & strength training go hand-in-hand.



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