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Glossary of Terms Related to Weight Loss

Here you will find definitions of terms common to discussions and articles about weight loss and exercise.

Maximum Heart Rate
Some exercisers, aiming to lose weight or otherwise, use a heart rate monitor to make sure they don't exceed their maximum heart rate. What exactly is your maximum heart rate. Find out here.

Basal Metabolic Rate or BMR

Fat

Mono-Unsaturated Fats

Obesity

Plateau

Polyunsaturated Fats

Refined Carbohydrates

Resistance Training

Visceral Fat

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