Weight Loss Myths We Wish Were True

When I was a kid, I believed in all kinds of myths.  Like the Tooth Fairy and Santa Claus and that my mom has eyes in the back of her head...wait, that one is actually true.  Being a grown up doesn't mean you suddenly become immune to those kinds of myths, only they don't have to do with secretive beings who bring us money and toys.

Which is just stupid, when you think about it.

Many of the myths we subscribe to have something to do with exercise and weight loss - The myth of the fat burning zone, for example, or the myth that strength training will make women big and bulky.  One of our favorite myths, and the one I most wish were true, is the myth of spot reduction and the idea that we can simply sculpt and shape our bodies with specific exercises...which we can't.

I know.  Not fair.

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us Weight Loss Myths We Wish Were True When I was a kid, I believed in all kinds of myths.  Like the Tooth Fairy and Santa Claus and that my mom has eyes in the back of her head...wait, that one is actually true.  Being a grown up doesn't mean you suddenly become immune to those kinds of myths, only they don't have to do with secretive beings who bring us money and toys. Which is just stupid, when you think about it. Many of the myths we subscribe to have something to do with exercise and weight loss - The myth of the fat burning zone, for example, or the myth that strength training will make women big and bulky.  One of our favorite myths, and the one I most wish were true, is the myth of spot reduction and the idea that we can simply sculpt and shape our bodies with specific exercises...which we can't. I know.  Not fair. Paige Waehner Exercise Expert Myths We Wish Were True - Ab Exercises Will Give us Flat Abs   It seems like a logical idea, doesn't it? You have a body part with some extra fat on it, so you go and do some exercises for that body.   READ NOW 5 Myths About Fitness You Shouldn't Believe   Can you work your lower abs to get rid of a lower belly pooch?  And what about being sore all the time?  Is that a sign that you're doing the right workouts?  These are just a few questions I answer and I don't think you'll be surprised by what I'm going to say.   READ NOW Here's Everything You Need to Know About the Fat Burning Zone   So, you've probably heard about the fat burning zone, but do you know what it is?  Well, it's not necessarily the zone where you burn the most fat.  Check it out and find out what it's really all about.   READ NOW Burning Fat - No matches required   We all want to burn more fat but how do we actually do it?  Here's a hint  - You don't need a flamethrower.  What you do need are some specific exercises and activities.  I've got 6 ways you can burn more fat with exercise.   READ NOW Total Body Ball Stretch   Need to relax?  I've got the perfect workout for you.  This total body ball stretch is about as relaxing as you can get and you get to use your shiny exercise ball.  I think you'll enjoy this one.   READ NOW Featured Articles • 4 Ways to Safeguard Your Confidence and Inner Strength • 5 Ways to Eat More Protein and Lose Weight • 5 Low-Carb Snack Picks to Curb Your Cravings • VLCDs are Popular but Healthy? • 5 Things Mentally Strong Runners Do • Yes, Celiac Disease Can Definitely Affect Your Sexuality. Here's How • Are You Causing a Slowed Metabolism? • When a Loved One with Anorexia Does Not Believe They are Ill Advertisement About Exercise  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Exercise newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.