The Pontzer Paradox reveals that simply moving more won't solve your weight problems. Your metabolism is a complex adaptive system that counteracts increased exercise by reducing energy expenditure in other areas. When you work out more, your body adjusts its calorie-burning mechanisms, making weight loss more challenging than just hitting the gym.
Evolutionary biology shows that hunter-gatherers and sedentary individuals often burn similar daily calories, challenging the "move more, lose weight" fitness myth. Your metabolic rate adapts to activity levels, making weight management a nuanced process of diet, lifestyle, and understanding your body's elaborate survival strategies.
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