Weight Loss FAQs

Get the FAQs about losing fat, gaining muscle and the best way to set up an exercise program that is effective in these Weight Loss FAQs.

• Can I use an exercise ball if I'm overweight or obese?
  If you're overweight or obese, can you still use an exercise ball? Get the answer and learn the right exercise ball for you and exercises you can do for strength, balance and stability.
• Can I still lose weight if I split my workouts throughout the day?
  If you have a tight schedule, you might wonder if you can still lose weight even with shorter workouts rather than one continuous workout. Get the facts about which type of exercise is best for losing weight, fitness and health.
• Should You Exercise on an Empty Stomach?
  Will working out on an empty stomach help you lose more fat? Find out the truth about exercising on an empty stomach.
• Should I Do Cardio and Strength Workouts Together or Separately?
  Should you do cardio and strength training workouts together or separately? Which one should you do first if you do them together? Get the answers to these questions from your About Exercise Guide
• How do I tone up and lose fat under my arms and around my triceps?
  How do I tone up and lose fat around my triceps? Get the answer to this question from your About Exercise Guide
• Can I lose fat and gain muscle at the same time?
  Have you always wondered if it's possible to lose fat and gain muscle at the same time? Now's your chance to find out if working on these goals at the same time can really work
• I just started exercising...why am I gaining weight?
  Why am I gaining weight even though I'm exercising? Check out my FAQ about weight gain and exercise to find out what you might be doing wrong.
• How accurate are the calorie counts on gym machines?
  Are the calorie counts on treadmills, elliptical trainers and other cardio machines accurate? Learn more about calorie counters and how to keep track of how many calories you're really burning.