Top 10 exercise myths busted (Gallery)

Myth #1: Morning cardio on an empty stomach helps shed more fat Probably one of the most dangerous exercise myths (in terms of weight loss), working out in the morning on an empty stomach does anything but get you fit. Infact, it may even affect your workout regimen. Working out on an empty stomach de-energises you and tends to make you feel lethargic and tired. Also, you’re more likely to ‘hit a wall’ if the workout interferes with your daily activities and you’ll tend to find ways and skip workouts.Myth #2: You have to lift very heavy weights to get stronger A recent study from the McMaster University in Canada found that lifting manageable weights for as long as you can tends to improve muscle stimulation much more than lifting heavy weights that you can’t really handle.Myth #3: You need to exercise only if you want to lose weight Skinny people, it’s time to pay attention. There are a huge number of studies that confirm the fact that physical activity is essential for the maintenance of good health. People who are skinny or ‘healthy’ also need moderate physical activity daily. Devoid of regular exercise, you’re more likely to be prone to different lifestyle-related conditions, including heart disease and diabetes.Myth #4: You can eat anything you want, as long as you exercise One of the most common misconceptions of all times, following this myth can be potentially dangerous. Studies show that not all the fat we take in through junk food shows up on the surface; some amount tends to get deposited on the body organs as visceral fat, which is highly dangerous to your health. It’s okay to indulge once in a while, but if you practically live on junk food, it’s time to make serious changes to your