There is much advice and information available about obtaining a healthy body and staying in good shape that at times it can be difficult to know what to believe about fitness.
There are many truths, but there are also many myths.
Learn about four more common fitness myths below.
Myth # 1 No Pain No Gain It has been heard many times that working out must be painful to be effective.
However, this is simply not true.
Fitness activities should not be painful.
You may feel a slight burn from exercising especially when lifting weights, but it should not hurt.
It is also natural to be sore for a couple of days after working out, especially when you first get started, but that should go away as your body gets used to the different exercises.
If you experience pain, rather than a slight muscle burn, during a fitness workout, you are likely not performing the exercise properly.
Myth #2 Lifting Weights will Cause Bulkiness Many women will avoid weight lifting because they do not want to look big and bulky.
Men are likely to show bulk during weight lifting due to the hormone testosterone, but even massive gains can be difficult for some men.
Women typically do not have the same levels of testosterone and unless you plan on taking steroids or working out for hours in the gym there is no need to worry about becoming bulky.
Rather look at weight lifting as a way to tone and get a lean appearance while also boosting your metabolism and creating a healthier you, and if you ever feel you are getting too bulky then you can go ahead and back of the weights a bit.
Myth #3 There is No Need to Work out if Time for Regular RoutinesDoes Not Exist Don't fall into the trap of not working out simply because you don't have a huge block of time to do so.
First, it is not necessary to spend hours in the gym and you can easily get a good workout in 30-45 minutes if you are strapped for time.
Furthermore, any physical activity is better than none at all.
Short walks are worth the time even if they are infrequent and even squeezing in five minutes here or there can add up in the long run.
So remember: Every little bit counts.
Myth #4 Having a Fitness Plan allows You to Eat Whatever You Want I've heard people before say that because they work out they can eat whatever they want.
Not true! Leading a healthy and fit lifestyle requires you not only to exercise but to take in healthy nutritious foods such as whole grains, fruits, and veggies.
While people who work out burn more calories than those who do not, a fitness plan is not an open door to engorging your stomach with junk.
Even if you exercise, you still need to keep healthy eating part of your diet.