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Is Hiking Good for Fat Loss?
Yes. Hiking can support fat loss through sustained aerobic activity and high total energy expenditure on longer routes, but body-fat reduction still requires a calorie deficit.
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Yes. Hiking can support fat loss through sustained aerobic activity and high total energy expenditure on longer routes, but body-fat reduction still requires a calorie deficit.
Yes. Hiking can support weight loss by combining sustained walking, hills and long-duration activity, but lasting results still require an overall calorie deficit.
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