Have you ever finished a day at the computer (coffee and donut at hand) and felt like the only part of you that moved all day was your fingers? If so, you aren’t alone. It is estimated that at least 70% of the US population experiences less than 30 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity per day. And, although, we likely consume fewer calories than in the distant past, our energy balance is out of whack and the pounds pile on.
It is important to remember that the problem is not just consuming too many calories, it is also about a physical activity deficiency. In fact, scientists have documented an independent effect of diet and exercise on weight loss.
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Exercise (benefits), Weight loss behaviors, Genetics, Public health, Overweight/obesity, Research on obesity/overweight, Weight loss, Healthy behaviors