Physiol Behav May 2018 PMID 29382563

Is regular exercise an effective strategy for weight loss maintenance?

R M Foright, D M Presby, V D Sherk, D Kahn, L A Checkley, E D Giles, A Bergouignan, J A Higgins, M R Jackman, J O Hill, P S MacLean

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Peak: 3 in Mar 2022
across 4 sources since Jan 2020

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What people are saying

The social discussions demonstrate a keen interest in the biological factors behind exercise’s role in weight maintenance, with posts mentioning mechanisms in the brain, fat tissue, and organs, and emphasizing that understanding these processes could lead to more effective strategies. The tone combines curiosity with a recognition of ongoing knowledge gaps, underscoring the potential for future impacts in health research.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge that exercise influences weight maintenance, with some emphasizing biological mechanisms and the need for further research.

InterestHigh interest

Participants show high curiosity, especially regarding how exercise affects appetite regulation and underlying biological pathways.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments reflect moderate engagement, with some referencing specific mechanisms and the importance of understanding individual differences.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions highlight that the topic could significantly inform future research and health strategies, though current impacts are mainly conceptual.

Abstract in brief

  • Regular exercise is commonly recommended for maintaining weight loss, but existing clinical evidence is unclear, leading to mixed opinions on its effectiveness.
  • The review highlights key questions such as individual differences, behavioral responses, and biological mechanisms that influence how exercise impacts weight regain.
  • Future studies should focus on these areas to better understand how exercise can help sustain weight loss and address current knowledge gaps.]

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Alex Leaf
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Why does physical activity help with appetite regulation? There are many proposed mechanisms scattered throughout the brain, fat tissue, muscle tissue, liver, and pancreas. Choosing to be active affects those pesky biological regulators of body fat. https://t.co/68pWgFWExq https://t.co/67UGYPqo2t

Mar 29, 2022 · 13 likes · 2 shares · 4,293 followers View post →
Michelle
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RT @AlexJLeaf: Why does physical activity help with appetite regulation? There are many proposed mechanisms scattered throughout the brain,…

Mar 30, 2022 · 2 shares · 629 followers View post →
Harrison Finn, PhD
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Is regular exercise an effective strategy for weight loss maintenance? https://t.co/FCovcUCP4j

Feb 2, 2020 · 427 followers View post →
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Nick Bosley
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RT @AlexJLeaf: Why does physical activity help with appetite regulation? There are many proposed mechanisms scattered throughout the brain,…

Mar 30, 2022 · 2 shares · 4 followers View post →
HealthWiseBright☘️
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Is regular exercise an effective strategy for weight loss maintenance? - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/WGof1EHmAd

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Konrad
@Konrad06527208 · X

@rieske_piotr https://t.co/55MS1NvnGh. https://t.co/zQHD0DGr2K. https://t.co/ErBtFDg1T4. https://t.co/4mfij34fTr

Oct 12, 2024 · 221 followers View post →
Nick Bosley
@NickBosley6PHED · X

RT @AlexJLeaf: Why does physical activity help with appetite regulation? There are many proposed mechanisms scattered throughout the brain,…

Mar 30, 2022 · 2 shares · 4 followers View post →
Michelle
@michelle_lomo · X

RT @AlexJLeaf: Why does physical activity help with appetite regulation? There are many proposed mechanisms scattered throughout the brain,…

Mar 30, 2022 · 2 shares · 629 followers View post →
Alex Leaf
@AlexJLeaf · X

Why does physical activity help with appetite regulation? There are many proposed mechanisms scattered throughout the brain, fat tissue, muscle tissue, liver, and pancreas. Choosing to be active affects those pesky biological regulators of body fat. https://t.co/68pWgFWExq https://t.co/67UGYPqo2t

Mar 29, 2022 · 13 likes · 2 shares · 4,293 followers View post →
Harrison Finn, PhD
@HarrisonFinn · X

Is regular exercise an effective strategy for weight loss maintenance? https://t.co/FCovcUCP4j

Feb 2, 2020 · 427 followers View post →
HealthWiseBright☘️
@healthwisebrite · X

Is regular exercise an effective strategy for weight loss maintenance? - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/WGof1EHmAd

Jan 10, 2020 · 4 followers View post →