It’s no secret thatburning caloriesis essential forweight loss.

But when it comes to exercise, some are better than others at calorie-burning.

Fortunately,ETNThas you covered.

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Understanding the Calorie-Burning Process

At its core, the calorie-burning process involves energy expenditure during physical activity.

According to MacPherson, people with more muscle and larger body sizes burn more calories even at rest.

According to MacPherson, it’s a straightforward one.

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“Runningburns the most calories,” says MacPherson.

However, that pace is very challenging, and few people can keep it up for 30 minutes.

“Researchshows that your body adjusts and burns fewer calories over time when exercising the same amount.

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MacPherson recommends strength training two to five days per week.

She suggests walking daily for as long as you’re comfortable to maximize these benefits.

Also, eating a healthy, well-balanced diet and not consuming calories is essential for maximizing your calorie burn.

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Limiting rest to 60 seconds between sets keeps the intensity high and reduces workout time without sacrificing results.

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