MYTH: You can boost your metabolism for hours after an aerobic workout.
FACT: True!.... Well sort of, but the amount of calories burnt post work-out is not as much as you'd think. Exercise Physiologist experts state that while your metabolism will continue to burn slightly higher after a workout, the amount isn't significant. On average you only burn about 20 extra calories for the day (which translates to a few extra apple slices per day).
So think twice before you can eat that extra slice of cake or pizza because your workout boosted your metabloism; since it doesn't really count towards your calorie burn.
For more information on how exercise can help with your overall health and wellness, feel free to contact us at Benefit Chiropractic & Wellness Clinic in Langley, BC at 604-534-7451.
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