Research
Adherence
Individual variability in exercise-induced weight loss is significant, with some individuals losing very little weight ('non-responders') despite high adherence, often due to compensatory increases in energy intake or changes in food preference.
If you exercise consistently but don't lose much weight, don't stop. You are likely still improving your cardiovascular health and body composition. This is common and does not mean the exercise was wasted.
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Evidence indicates that even when the exercise is supervised and closely monitored, there is variability in weight change, both in the direction and magnitude... These data have revived interest in characterising and explaining the variability by focusing on compensatory responses.
Why this rating
Based on specific studies cited (King et al.) showing distinct responder/non-responder groups.
Source
Exercise, appetite and weight management: understanding the compensatory responses in eating behaviour and how they contribute to variability in exercise-induced weight loss
N A King et al. · British Journal of Sports Medicine · 2011
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