Exercise Programs for the Obese Have Proven to Be Relatively

question 24

Multiple Choice

Exercise programs for the obese have proven to be relatively ineffective in promoting weight loss.This surprising result is likely attributable to the fact that

• A) the majority of the body's calorie expenditure is dedicated to maintaining the physiological processes of the body rather than fueling behavior.
• B) after exercising, many people consume extra drinks and food that offset their calorie loss.
• C) obese people do NOT burn as many calories when they do the same exercise as normal-weight people.
• D) both A and B
• E) both B and C

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