Why Gym-goers regain weight after a workout

New study reveal that a quarter of gym users gain weight when they start exercising. Gym-goers add weight because they allow themselves a treat after working out.

The survey found that 39 per cent of people burn as little as 300 calories during each visit to the gym making them susceptible to weight gain if they then treat themselves to a high-calorie snack.

The survey found that regular gym sessions gave dieters a 'feeling of complacency' which made it more difficult for them to stick to their recommended daily calorie intake.

It found that 26 per cent of gym users actually put on weight after starting regular exercise.

A further 49 per cent said that their weight had stayed the same while just 27 per cent said that they had lost weight.

The survey revealed that most keep fit fans go the gym between three and four times a week - exercising on average for between 40 minutes and an hour.

Four out of ten users burn between 300 and 500 calories in a session - though a quarter manage only 200 to 300 calories, 10 per cent just 100 to 200 calories and four per cent less than 100 calories. An ordinary glass of wine as it might be to some people equals 190 calories.

  

Study also reveals gym-goers regain fat because they have far bigger appetites than people who do not exercise.

53 per cent said their exercise sessions substantially boosted their appetite and 42 per cent of gym goers felt that by exercising regularly, they had earned the right to deviate from controlled diet plans.

Many dieters struggle to lose weight despite exercising.

To lose 1kg of body fat, you need to burn about 8,000 calories - that is around 80 miles of running to cover just 1kg in weight.’