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I want to burn fat but when i exercise in an aerobic zone i feel like it might be too easy. am i really getting a workout?

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Exercise: The trick to losing fat is to keep on going. It does not have to be high intensity; it just has to be sustained.

Answered 2/23/2013

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Dr. Brian Kaufman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Check pulse: To truly determine your zone, go by your pulse. Shoot for between 60% and 80% of your maximum (220-age). Make sure that you spend enough time at that level (150 minutes or more a week).

Answered 8/19/2013

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