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Fact or Fallacy: If there’s no pain during exercise, there is
no gain. The
old adage, “no pain no gain” is a fallacy. Exercising should
not cause physical agony. It is unnecessary to work-out to the
point of pain and hurt. Moderate soreness is to be expected
if the body has not been working specific muscles. When exercise
becomes painful, it is a sign to cease overexertion.
Fact
or Fallacy: The way to identify exercise overexertion is when
someone breaks out in a sweat.
Fallacy.
Sweating is an inevitable part of the physical activity process.
However, if you are unable to carry on a conversation, it is
an indication of that you may be working too hard. Conversing
during cardiovascular activity is a way of gauging the intensity
level. Another way to determine the intensity of your exercise
regimen is by monitoring your target heart rate.
Fact
or Fallacy: As long as people work-out on a regular basis, they
can consume whatever they desire.
Fallacy.
A regular exercise regimen and healthy diet go hand-in hand.
Many weight conscious fall into the trap of working out to over-indulge.
In order to maintain one’s appropriate bodyweight, it is important
to consume a well-balanced meal. Try to eat the recommended
daily allowances (RDA) of grains, vegetables, proteins and meats.
Regular
physical activity represents burning more calories than a sedentary
person does.
Fitness:
Tip: Determine a balance between caloric intake and calories
burned. The best way to maintain one’s weight is to consume
seven to ten percent of your ideal weight. For example, if your
target weight is 150 pounds, 1500 calories a day along with
exercise will help you reach your goal. |
