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Episode 3529:
Jillian Kubala examines spot reduction, the popular idea that exercising one body part will burn the fat stored there. She explains how the body actually breaks down and releases fat for fuel, and reviews the studies that tested targeted training on the abdominals and the arms. She draws a distinction between reducing fat in a specific area and toning the muscle underneath it.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/targeted-weight-loss
Quotes to ponder:
"During exercise, the free fatty acids and glycerol used as fuel can come from anywhere in the body, not specifically from the area that is being exercised."
"While you can't necessarily choose where your body loses fat, you can choose where you want to look more toned and defined."
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