The Claim
Perceived exertion during submaximal aerobic exercise is associated with lower self-reported physical activity levels over the following year in formerly overweight women.
What the research says
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Formerly overweight women who find submaximal aerobic exercise difficult tend to be less physically active in their daily lives over the next year.
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Perceived exertion during a submaximal aerobic exercise task in formerly overweight women is associated with lower self-reported physical activity levels during free-living conditions over the following year, suggesting that subjective exercise difficulty may influence real-world movement behavior.
When physical activity feels harder than expected, the brain interprets this as a costly signal and reduces the drive to move, leading to less daily movement.
What the research says
1 studyStudy: Perception of exercise difficulty predicts weight regain in formerly overweight women
Women who said their walk felt harder were more likely to gain weight back over the next year, which suggests they probably moved less in daily life. Feeling exercise is tough may make people less active overall.
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