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Regular Exercise ‘Critical’ of Any Attempt to Lose Weight: Study
The American Heart Association says 150 minutes of weekly moderate exercise can improve blood pressure, cholesterol and insulin sensitivity even without major weight loss.
- The American Heart Association released a new scientific statement emphasizing that physical activity improves cardiovascular health in people with obesity, regardless of whether they achieve significant weight loss.
- Obesity now affects more than 40% of Americans, yet fewer than 15% of people achieve a "clinically significant" amount of weight loss through exercise alone, highlighting the gap between need and outcome.
- The AHA recommends a minimum of 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week, though meaningful weight loss typically requires higher levels between 225 and 420 minutes weekly.
- Dr. Stacey Rosen, volunteer president of the AHA, noted many people face barriers like time constraints. "Addressing these barriers can help support healthier habits over time," Rosen said.
- Damon Swift, chair of the AHA writing group, stated obesity treatment requires a comprehensive, individually tailored approach. "Treatment of obesity should be individually tailored," Swift said, to sustain long-term health improvements.
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- 39% of the sources are Center, 38% of the sources lean Right
39% Center
L 23%
C 39%
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