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How Many Steps Should You Take A Day To Lose Weight

December 16, 2022

Walking is a great way to reach weight loss goals, manage blood sugar, and improve overall health. But how many steps do you really need?

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Benefits of Pilates: How Does Pilates Help with Blood Sugar Control?

Sarah Zimmer, PT, DPT

PT, DPT

December 1, 2022

Pilates is a low-impact, resistance-based exercise program that helps lower blood sugar, reduces injuries and pain, and supports weight loss.

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8 Low-Impact Exercises for Weight Loss You’ll Be Eager to Try

Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, MS, RD

Health writer

October 26, 2022

Low-impact exercise, such as walking, swimming, and bike riding, can all aid in weight loss.

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Exercises That Can Increase Your Metabolism

Julia Zakrzewski, RD

Health & Nutrition Writer

October 13, 2022

Regular exercise can be a fun way to improve your overall health and it can raise your metabolic rate. But, which type of workout will lead to the biggest increase in your metabolism? In this article, you’ll learn that and more!

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Using METs to Track Physical Activity

Julia Zakrzewski, RD

Health & Nutrition Writer

October 10, 2022

METS (metabolic equivalent tasks) can help you understand how different activities affect your energy expenditure.

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Metabolic Conditioning for Better Health

Julia Zakrzewski, RD

Health & Nutrition Writer

October 7, 2022

Metabolic condition (METCON) combines cardio and strength training to tap into multiple energy pathways and improve how well your body burns calories.

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The Metabolic Advantages of Strength Training

Caitlin Beale, MS, RDN

Health & Nutrition Writer

September 7, 2022

Cardio (aerobic) exercise usually gets the most press for metabolic health, but did you know strength training is just as important? Here’s why adding strength training to your workout is a powerful way to optimize metabolic health.

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The Metabolic Advantages of Cardio

Caitlin Beale, MS, RDN

Health & Nutrition Writer

August 29, 2022

Newsflash! Exercise is good for you. Okay, maybe this isn't breaking news, but it's worth repeating. Exercise confers all sorts of benefits, especially for cardiometabolic health (a way to measure the risk of heart and vascular disease).

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How Much to Exercise Weekly Based on Your Goals

Julia Zakrzewski, RD

Health & Nutrition Writer

August 29, 2022

Regular exercise is important for health and weight maintenance. Best practices suggest including a mixture of aerobic exercise and strength training, but how much time should you actually spend exercising each week to meet your goals?

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Can Walking Help With Weight Loss?

Leann Poston, MD, MBA, M.Ed

Medical Writer

June 10, 2022

Can you really lose weight by walking? Yes. A nutritious diet and brisk walking routine can lead to successful weight loss.

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Why Is My Blood Sugar High During or After Exercise?

Leann Poston, MD, MBA, M.Ed

Medical Writer

May 12, 2022

Your blood sugar might be high during or after exercise. Leann Poston, M.D., explains why glucose spikes during or after a workout typically aren’t a bad thing.

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Should You Exercise Before or After Breakfast?

Ashley Pitt, CPT, Pn1

Fitness Writer

April 27, 2022

Ashley Pitt, CPT, Pn1, helps you choose between fed and fasted morning workouts based on your performance and weight loss goals.

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Using Metabolic Workouts to Speed Up Your Metabolism (And Training Time)

Ashley Pitt, CPT, Pn1

Fitness Writer

March 21, 2022

Learn how to use exercise selection, intensity and rest to improve your immediate and post-exercise benefits with metabolic training.

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How to Calculate Your Target Heart Rate for Weight Loss

Ashley Pitt, CPT, Pn1

Fitness Writer

February 22, 2022

Learn how to calculate your target heart rate and uncover the best exercise intensities for losing fat and burning calories.

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Can You Lose Weight Without Exercise?

Leann Poston, MD, MBA, M.Ed

Medical Writer

January 12, 2022

Can you lose weight and keep it off without exercising? Diet and exercise are both important to your long-term health goals, but let’s see what the research says.