Episode 231: 3-Part Exercise Series (Exercise Myths + Truths)

Aug 3, 2022

Episode Overview

Welcome to Part 2 of our three-part series on exercise! Last week we covered Part 1: Exercise 101, helping you understand the foundations of exercise!

This week we’re covering exercise myths and truths because so many exercise myths are still in circulation. Let us help free you from those diet culture lies!

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Key Points

• Is building muscle strength and muscle size the same?
• Can you spot reduce fat?
• Is there a “best exercise” for weight loss?
• Are sweating/muscle soreness prerequisites for health benefits/strength gains?
• Is more exercise always better?
• Can weightlifting make women too bulky?
• Do all people respond to exercise the same way?

Mentions

• The Holy Sh!t Moment by James Fell

Related Content

• Episode 221: 3 Ways Summer Sabotages Your Goals (And What You Can Do)
• Episode 168: Is It Really A Slow Metabolism?
• Episode 156: 4 Beliefs That Make Weight Loss Difficult

Transcript

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