Trying to Lose Weight? You’re Wasting Your Time at the Gym

By Dietdoctor @DietDoctor1

If you're one of these people who are trying to shed pounds by running on the treadmill or spending hours lifting weights, then you're probably wasting your time. Exercise has a very negligible effect on your weight:

Scientific American: The Exercise Paradox

Simply put, it doesn't work because our bodies adjust to more 'calories out' by making us hungrier.

To be clear, I don't recommend dropping your exercise regimen - it's great for general health, fitness and wellbeing. But it's almost useless for weight control.

So how do you lose weight? Check out our guide below.

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