Top Six Fitness Myths
With so much health and fitness information
coming from so many different sources, it's no wonder people are
confused.
What does it take to get fit? Will crunches get
rid of my spare tire? What’s the best way to lose weight? These are the
types of questions ACE-certified Fitness Professionals hear on a daily
basis.
More than 1,500 ACE-certified Professionals
responded to our request for the most pervasive myths and misconceptions
about exercise.
Here are their top six responses.
- Women who lift weights will get bulky
muscles.
- Spot reducing is possible.
- No pain, no gain.
- Exercise requires a hefty time commitment.
- If you exercise, you can eat whatever you
want.
- There’s a magic bullet (quick fix) out there
somewhere.
*Information was taken
from the American Council on Exercise website.