We Need to Rethink Exercise (Updated Version)

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Exercising doesn’t help you lose weight. In fact, it barely changes your daily calorie burn.
Welcome to the workout paradox!
Let’s dive into the science of how your body actually handles calories and sabotages your best efforts to burn them.

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