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Six activities may help obese people drop some pounds and keep it off.

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Even if obesity runs in your loved ones, certain activities can make it easier to drop some pounds and keep it off, based on a study published online on August 1, 2019. PLoS Genetics.

Researchers recruited greater than 18,000 adults between the ages of 30 and 70 and examined their individual genes and exercise routines. Genetic profiles were created from blood samples that searched for certain gene variants related to obesity. Exercise was defined as not less than half-hour of activity 3 times every week.

Most physical activity helps people drop some pounds, but researchers found that the perfect activities for maintaining a healthy weight for those with a genetic predisposition to obesity were, so as, jogging, climbing, walking, There was power walking, dancing, and long yoga. The session

This could also be because these activities may involve higher-intensity movement and thus burn more calories, the researchers suggested. They can be more enjoyable than traditional gym workouts, so individuals are more more likely to keep on with them.

The findings suggest that genetic obesity may be combated, and that adopting enjoyable high-intensity exercise may help those that struggle with weight reduction and management.

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