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Debunking fitness myths

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Fitness rules can sometimes be misleading or outdated.

We need to distinguish fact from fiction.

Here are 17 debunked common fitness myths with insights from experts in the field.

Myth 1: Sit-Ups Give You a Flat Stomach

Truth: While sit-ups strengthen your core, they won’t magically melt away belly fat. To achieve a flat stomach, focus on overall weight loss through a balanced diet and a combination of compound exercises like squats and deadlifts, which burn more calories.

Myth 2: Sore Muscles Indicate a Successful Workout

Truth: Not necessarily. Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) can occur when you try new workouts or push yourself harder than usual. However, lack of soreness doesn’t mean your workout was ineffective. You can have a great workout without experiencing DOMS.

Myth 3: Always Stretch Before and After Exercise

Truth: While gentle movement, like a light jog, can prepare your muscles for exercise, stretching’s role in injury prevention remains inconclusive. You don’t need to include stretching in your warm-up routine. Focus on activities that…