Question

Research supports the idea that

- 30 minutes of activity is optimal for weight loss

- lifestyle activity works just as well structured activity for weight loss

- more calories can be burned by exercising in a long session than in multiple short sessions

- more exercise is always better

- both a and b

Exercise is important for preventing disease but is not integral to weight loss.

True

False

Morning exercisers burn more calories than afternoon or evening exercisers

True

False

The best way to boost metabolism is to perform more cardio.

True

False

The number one reason that most people say they do not exercise is because they do not have the time.

True

False

People who suffer from arthritis or joint pain should avoid strength training.

True

False

Since muscle takes up less room than fat in the body, seeing that someone is visually lean is usually a good indicator that he/she is physically fit.

True

False

According to research, good self-monitoring is the number one predictor of success for weight loss.

True

False

Answer 1

1) False - To achieve weight loss, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) , American Academy of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE) , and National Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics all recommend exercise as an integral part of any weight loss program. Physical activity and exercise are often used interchangeably. However, correctly defined, physical activity is all movement that creates energy expenditure, whereas exercise is planned, structured physical activity.

2) False - Working out before breakfast may help the body burn fat more effectively, compared to an evening workout. Besides that, working out in the morning also jumpstarts your metabolism, resulting in you burning calories throughout the day, rather than after an evening workout when you're sleeping (when metabolism is lower).

3) True - Any kind of aerobic exercise, whether running or doing Zumba, burns calories. Make it more intense, and our body will burn more calories. Try intervals. We can do them with any type of cardio.

4) True - Between kids, commuting, work and other responsibilities of life, our modern 24/7 lifestyle often leaves us feeling like there is just not enough time in the day to fit in a workout. Exercise becomes a low priority in our already crammed schedules.

5) False - If we have rheumatoid arthritis, balance rest and exercise carefully. Generally, we should avoid doing strength training with actively inflamed joints, at least until the inflammation eases. In some cases, water workouts may be a better choice than strength training.

6) True - The key is that the way look is going to be influenced by the type of tissue in your body, Anding said. Muscle is more compact than fat, so if we gain lean body mass, it is firm and occupies less space than fat. Lean body mass is gained by consuming a diet adequate in protein, with protein distributed throughout the day at each meal, she said.

7) True -  Self-monitoring also provides a way for therapists and patients to evaluate which techniques are working and how changes in eating behavior or activity are contributing to weight loss.