7 Workout Myths to Stop Believing

Featured Article, Fitness, Healthy Living, News and Advice
on July 21, 2015

When Journey first belted the iconic chorus to Don’t Stop Believin’, they were not referring to these well-meant but misguided myths about fitness. Our friends at PureWow rounded up these seven common fitness misconceptions you can feel free to table for good.

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@amandabisk for PureWow

Myth: To get rock hard abs, do a billion crunches. Truth: Here is a more effective way to burn belly fat.

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@jawbone for PureWow

Myth: Treadmills accurately measure calories. Truth: Find out why cardio machines are way off the mark.

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@crossfitbabes for PureWow

Myth: Strength training will turn you into a body builder. Truth: Nope, you won’t turn into the Incredible Hulk any time soon.

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@nikewomen for PureWow

Myth: The more time, the better. Truth: Take a breather–you don’t have to devote every second to training.

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@khloekardashian for PureWow

Myth: You can change your natural shape. Truth: Sorry, but here’s why you can’t opt to whittle around your booty.

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@newbalance for PureWow

Myth: You can’t work out while you’re sick. Truth: Don’t cancel your run over one sneeze.

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@alexmorgan13 for PureWow

Myth: No pain, no gain. Truth: Sharp, isolated pain means it’s time to lay off.