The Checkup: 5 Reasons Why Running Isn’t Helping You Lose Weight


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• Fact: Running is a terrific workout. But if you’re not seeing the results you want, you might be sabotaging yourself without even knowing it. Here, five common reasons why a runner doesn’t lose weight. [POPSUGAR Fitness]

• Speaking of losing weight, if you’re in the habit of weighing yourself once a week, every week on the dot, you might want to rethink your plan. A new study found that frequent weigh-ins are probably hurting your weight-loss progress. [Prevention]

• Ready to get your six pack burning? Check out these 10 abs exercises that are better than crunches. [Women’s Health]

• Sure, popcorn is a healthy snack—or is it? [Greatist]

• Holy moly, this five year old is fast. [Runner’s World]