ali
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There is variability between people and thus different populations. Short term, yes, weight loss will occur. Then there is an adjustment. There is also a daily expenditure fluctuation.
He refers to many studies but 2 may be of interest. Midwest trial 1 and followed up with more strenuous activity, midwest trial 2. (Both available)
He makes the point that just because you may well weigh the same after 2 years, exercise is healthy.
"Just don't expect any meaningful weight change in the long term from exercise alone".
Long term/short term, different athletic/sedentary populations will differ.
Some of the studies on limit endurance and energy expenditure is also a fascinating read.
He refers to many studies but 2 may be of interest. Midwest trial 1 and followed up with more strenuous activity, midwest trial 2. (Both available)
He makes the point that just because you may well weigh the same after 2 years, exercise is healthy.
"Just don't expect any meaningful weight change in the long term from exercise alone".
Long term/short term, different athletic/sedentary populations will differ.
Some of the studies on limit endurance and energy expenditure is also a fascinating read.