Research
Adherence
Walking is the most common form of physical activity among successful weight loss maintainers, followed by resistance training, cycling, and running.
You don't need to do exotic or extreme exercises to maintain weight loss. Walking is the most common activity among successful maintainers. Resistance training, cycling, and running are also common. Choose activities you enjoy and can stick with.
GoodSupportsHIGH confidence
Walking was the most commonly reported activity with 52.2% of NWCR members reporting walking as part of their weekly physical activity... Resistance training was the second most commonly reported activity (29.2% of NWCR members)
Why this rating
Large sample size, self-reported.
Source
Physical Activity Patterns in the National Weight Control Registry
Victoria A. Catenacci et al. · Obesity · 2008
cohort · n=3683Cited 194×
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