September 3, 2007

Women vs Men and exercise Does working out cause people to overcompensate by consuming excess calories? The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition reports that this may in fact be the case – but only among women, not men. A study of the post-workout eating habits of men and women found that aerobic exercises such as jogging and biking did not adversely affect men's appetites. However, in the case of women, intense exercise was associated with overeating after the daily workout. Nutrition experts recommend drinking plenty of water after workouts to satisfy appetite and curb snacking, but insist that regular exercise remains preferable to sedentary living regardless.

REMEMBER being physically active has many benefits; it helps you: Sleep more soundly so you're refreshed and ready for the day; Control your weight by increasing your metabolism and burning calories; Build muscle and tone your body; Guard against colon and breast cancers as well as osteoporosis, diabetes, and high blood pressure; Increase your HDL count - the "good cholesterol" ; Improve alertness and concentration; Gain an overall sense of well-being while reducing stress. (America on the Move)

BUT remember spot reduction is a myth. If you want to lose fat from your midsection, no amount of sit-ups (or any other exercise for the stomach area) is going to do it; you need to eat fewer calories than your body burns. And exercise helps you burn more calories. To get a smaller waistline EAT LESS & EXERCISE MORE!

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