Dr. Bohl points out, “There are many different ways to work out, depending on your goals.
In the meantime, read on to learn some interesting facts and unhealthy workout myths.
Myth 1: you might spot train and lose weight in specific areas of the body.
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But the way the body burns fat and turns it into energy doesn’t work this way.”
Myth 3: You’ll get a six-pack by doing sit-ups or crunches.
Okay, sit-ups and crunches can definitely help sculpt and tone your ab muscles, but a six-pack?
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Well, Dr. Bohl says that has more to do with the percentage of body fat you have.
Myth 5: BMI is the top indicator of body composition.
It’s important to know that there are many different ways to estimate your body composition.
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Dr. Bohl informs us, “Measuring body mass index (BMI) is one of the most popular.
For example, BMI can’t distinguish between weight that comes from muscle or weight that comes from fat.
Myth 6: It’s important to perform static stretching before working out.
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The last of the workout myths has to do with static stretching.
It’s a fact that stretching is an important part of fitness.
Stretching it out canbetter your range of motion, posture, and overall performance.
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But Dr. Bohl explains that there are different kinds of stretching.
Instead, before working out, people should do dynamic stretching.
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