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Generic fat-burning zone charts at the gym are not accurate, and calculating your own personalized fat-burning zone using a heart rate monitor and simple math is more effective. Research suggests that working out at 57-66% of your maximum heart rate burns the most fat. Strength training and diet are also important for weight loss, as building muscle and maintaining a calorie deficit are key.
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To maximize fat burning during exercise, it is important to find your fat-burning zone, which is the level of exercise that keeps your heart rate within about 10 percent of the pace that primarily burns fat. This can be determined through lab testing, using a heart-rate monitor and math, or by exercising at a pace that feels easy and sustainable for at least 45 minutes. Generic fat-burning zone charts found in gyms are not accurate for individuals. It is also important to watch what you eat after exercise to avoid replacing the burned fat.
A new study suggests that relying on the "fat burning zone" during exercise may not be the most effective way to lose weight. The research found that the ideal heart rate zone for optimal fat burning varied widely between individuals, making the one-size-fits-all approach of exercise machines and classes inaccurate. Instead, a combination of aerobic exercise, strength training, and diet is important for weight loss. Working with a qualified trainer to consider personal goals, experience, and lifestyle factors is recommended. Additionally, resistance training exercises like weight lifting can be just as effective for weight loss as cardio, and diet may play a more significant role in long-term weight loss than exercise alone. However, exercise still offers numerous health benefits beyond weight loss.