These Myths Can Cause Your Exercise Motivation to Decrease

Dream - Exercise is an obligation that must be done by everyone, even if they do not want to increase or decrease weight.

Exercise obligations cannot be done carelessly. Duration, intensity, type of exercise, and posture also need to be considered.

Unfortunately, there is a lot of misinformation about sports that causes many people to lose motivation. As a result, exercise habits are disrupted. Here are some myths about exercise that are widely believed according to Coach Diet, Velda Masli.

1. Exercise Every Day

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Many people think that exercise should be done every day. However, according to WHO standards, the intensity and duration of exercise should be 5 times a week for 30-75 minutes. Your body needs rest from various activities to maximize the benefits of exercise.

2. Exercise is Better in the Morning

Exercise can be done anytime. In fact, you can do it in the evening if that routine can make you more consistent in exercising.

3. More Freedom to Eat After Exercise

Although you have burned calories during exercise, it doesn't mean you can eat and drink as you please. You still need to control the number of calories consumed every day in order to manage your weight.

It is better to consume low-calorie and high-protein foods if you want to lose weight after exercise.

4. Sweating a Lot Equals Burning Many Calories

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This is still often believed. However, sweating is not the same as burning calories. Sweat is the body's reaction to balance body temperature and get rid of unnecessary fluids. So don't worry if you have exercised to the maximum but your body doesn't sweat easily.

5. Calories Burned While Walking and Running are the Same

Calorie burning depends on the heart rate during exercise or activity. During exercise, the heart rate tends to be higher.

Therefore, there is a higher chance of burning calories. But actually, you need to know and control the ideal heart rate to maximize calorie burning during exercise.

6. Must Consume Isotonic Drinks After Exercise

You don't have to drink isotonic drinks after exercising. If consumed excessively, isotonic drinks can also add to the calories consumed. Drink plain water or other healthy choices to make your body feel refreshed and healthy.

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