Why is exercise good for weight loss?

Let’s find out why exercise is a great way to lose weight…..

1. Put that stored fat to good use

Exercise mobilizes stored fat and increases fat oxidation. This means that all of your excess body fat that is just sitting on your belly and thighs is burned to create energy.

2. The bigger you are, the faster you’ll lose weight

Studies have shown that it’s easier for people with larger amounts of excess weight to lose it faster. Aerobic style exercise like running, cycling or even a brisk walk is far more effective for people with an above average weight than for those who are already quite slim, though it will work for them too.

3. Muscles use more energy than fat

With visits to your local gym, you can convert your excess fat into muscle. Activities like weight lifting increase your lean body mass and your new, larger muscles will need more energy to operate, and in turn will burn more fat.

4. Your body will start to burn fat even when you’re not exercising

Constant exercise is also known to raise your resting metabolic rate, which is the amount of energy your body uses to make sure that its ongoing processes continue, even when you are asleep. If you keep a constant exercise regime, you can even lose some weight when not exercising as energy is used to keep you breathing, your heart beating and your stomach digesting food, while the rest of your body is resting.

5. Get thinner even if your weight doesn’t change

Something to remember about exercise is that even if you are struggling to lose weight, you will still be losing centimetres as your body fat is turned into muscle. It is important to realise that muscle is leaner but heavier than fat, thereby making a visual difference to your appearance rather than to your weight.

 

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