Quiz: Fitness fact or fitness fiction?

By Mayo Clinic staff

Fitness myths abound. Problem is, even the most fitness-savvy can be duped by fitness fiction. And following outdated or unproven advice may keep you from getting the maximum benefit from your fitness routine.

Can you separate fitness fact from fitness fiction? Take this quiz to find out.

1. When you exercise, go for the intense burn in your muscles.

2. Aerobic exercise is all that really matters.

3. Women who strength train are bound to bulk up.

4. Exercise helps you sleep better.

5. Exercise has to be strenuous to be beneficial.

6. You can eat whatever you want if you exercise enough.

7. Abdominal exercises will flatten your stomach.

8. Aerobic exercise permanently speeds up your metabolism.

9. Exercise can put the spark back into your sex life.

10. The more you sweat, the more fat you'll lose.

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July 6, 2007

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