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We all know that exercise speeds up your metabolism but for how long? I have heard this 2 ways:
#1 That after exercise the metaabolism stays at the increased rate of the exercise performed after done exercising for the duration the exercise was.
#2 That after exercise the metaabolism stays at the increased rate of the exercise performed after done exercising for a period of 2 hours.
Which one is correct? or are either correct
Also they say to exercise at your target heart rate for 15-20 minutes for fat burn, what occurs after that time has passed, do you continue to burn fat or not?
First question, answer: Both #1 and #2 are true.
Next question--answer: As long as you are alive, your body consumes calories. Whether or not the calories sthat your body is using are coming from [I am assuming you mean]stored fat,is dependant on your body's state of being and/or genetics.
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Answers by Expert:
Daphne E Brown MS CPRP
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I will answer questions concerning exercise, nutrition, health and diseases related to obesity or sedentary lifestyle. I can also answer questions about being an aerobics/group exercise leader or questions about getting certified with AFAA.
Experience
Receiving my Masters of Science in Clinical Exercise Physiology, I have been Fitness Director on board Royal Caribbean luxury cruise ships, I have given training seminars for aspiring group exercise leaders; I am certified and I work for Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA). I was Senior Exercise Physiologist and lecturer at the Internationally renowned Pritikin Longevity Center and Spa at Turnberry Island Resort in Miami, Florida for almost 10 years and I was also the Fitness Assessment Coordinator at the exclusive Fisher Island Spa Internazionale on exclusive Fisher Island in Miami Beach (famous residents of the island include Oprah Winfrey, Andre Agassi, and Sharon Gless). I've competed in AAU and NAC Aerobics competitions. Currently, I own a Fitness/Lifestyle planning business. I have been in the Fitness industry for almost 20 years and here on AllExperts since 1999.
Education/Credentials
B.S. Biology/Chemistry
M.S. Clinical Exercise Physiology
AFAA Certified and Examiner
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