In our program, we recommend gentle exercise a few times a week. The exercise should be vigorous enough to increase the rate of breathing, but not so vigorous that one cannot carry on a normal conversation. A brisk walk is great!
We recommend exercise because it improves heart health and general all-around fitness, but NOT as a weight loss strategy. In our experience, too much exercise can actually prevent weight loss by increasing hunger.
A few months ago, TIME magazine published an excellent article on the subject. I am including the link below. Take a few minutes to read it. Conventional wisdom is not always right!
http://www.time.com/time/health/article/0,8599,1914857-1,00.html
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