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What exactly is muscle tone and how can I get toned muscles?
Muscle tone is actually a quack term. It is often used
in exercise infomercials because it cannot be directly
measured. In other words, exercise equipment promoters
can promise increased muscle tone without any risk of
not providing it. Generally, muscle tone is considered
having muscles that appear and feel firm and tight.
Firmness and tightness is best accomplished through
resistance training (weight lifting). However, a
strength-trained muscle that is covered with layers of
fat will not appear "tone" or "cut". Thus, you may need
to decrease your body fat percentage to help showcase
your muscles. This is best accomplished through dietary
modifications and increasing your energy expenditure
through physical activity.
To determine if it is safe for you to be become more
physically active go
here.
Stephen D. Ball, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Nutritional Sciences, College of Human Environmental Sciences, University of Missouri Extension
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