5 Health Myths We Heard in Bustling Gyms

If you go to or have gone to a gym, you have probably heard a lot of speculation about braces, exercise, metabolism, and nutrition. However, some information taken for certain by many may in fact be mere opinions. Here are some common phrases about fitness that you shouldn't believe:

1. ? Excessive heat and sweat help eliminate toxins?
   For those who sweat excessively during "cleansing" exercises, be aware that sweat contains only water, salt and a handful of electrolytes. Are sweat glands connected only to the skin, not to other organs of the body? which makes it impossible to perform a purification of toxins.
2. ? The more flexible the healthier the person is?
   Good stretching is not synonymous with health. Flexibility is, in fact, important for you to perform your exercises without them being uncomfortable. But being flexible does not mean that one is healthier than another who can barely stretch.
3. • Should you replace your sneakers every six months to avoid injury?
   This restriction may be quite plausible for professional runners, who spend many hours a day on running training. For ordinary people who exercise, at the gym or outdoors, it is enough to have a shoe replacement every year, according to the president of the American Academy of Sports, Rob Conenello. If you like to do intense workouts, check every six months how your soles are doing. If they are not worn out, wait a little while before making a new purchase.
4. Do yoga purifies your organs?
   Yoga body twists promote flexibility and, according to a study published in 2010 by the European journal Spine, may even help prevent disc deterioration between the vertebrae. But scientists have not yet proven that this exercise actually purifies the organs. According to the American author of the book "Science of Yoga," it provides many health benefits. But nothing indicates that the compression of its organs helps the body in this deeper sense.
5. If you are pregnant you should keep your heart rate below 140?

   Moderate exercise is safer for pregnant women. In fact, it is an essential process for the vital health of the baby. According to the University of Michigan Center for Physical Activity and Health James Pivarnik, there is currently no rule number for a pregnant woman's heart rate during exercise. As long as your doctor gives the green light, exercise is very important for this phase. But of course, this is not the best time to step up your training. Take it easy, and go as far as your body can handle it without getting completely exhausted after your workout. Heart rate limits for pregnant women are often more effective for high impact sports such as boxing, maximum weightlifting, aerobics and diving. When in doubt, always consult your doctor before performing any exercise, and respect your body using common sense.

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