For a long time now, many types of 'fitness rules' have been revealed to be nothing more than overrated myths, as current research debunks some of the long held misconceptions. Still, some remain and below are a few such along with the most current research regarding them.
Essentially, what matters in terms of burning fat is the total amount of calories burned in an exercise program.

 1. Long Workouts That Are Not So Intense Help Burn Fat Better:
                   
This is not exactly true or false. Essentially, what matters in terms of burning fat is the total amount of calories burned in an exercise program. Thus, while jogging and running definitely does burn more calories per minute, it can be hard to start off right into such high intensity and thus while a brisk walk may burn less calories, doing so for a longer period can match, or exceed what running or jogging may provided. As such it makes sense to start off slowly and build up step by step.

2. There Is No Point Exercising If It Isn't Done Hard and Often:
         
Completely false, and really ends up being damaging to morale. Some exercise is really better than none, as research has proven, and although regular exercise is best, anything from a stroll in the park to a day spent gardening can help.

For a long time now, many types of 'fitness rules' have been revealed to be nothing more than overrated myths, as current research debunks some of the long held misconceptions. Still, some remain and below are a few such along with the most current research regarding them.

3. Yoga is Easy:
       
To be honest, Yoga is a great way to work out, however, it can be really strenuous and is in no way easy. For this reason, an instructor that is qualified is necessary to ensure that it is completely safe and provides the desired results.

Essentially, what matters in terms of burning fat is the total amount of calories burned in an exercise program. Thus, while jogging and running definitely does burn more calories per minute, it can be hard to start off right into such high intensity and thus while a brisk walk may burn less calories, doing so for a longer period can match, or exceed what running or jogging may provided.

4. Keep Exercising Long and Hard and Always Get the Results You Seek:
       
This isn't true really as there are other factors, including genetics that come into play. Research into the ways in which different people respond to the same exercise routine has shown as much, so exercising long and hard may not be ensure that you get exactly what you're after. Resistance exercises can keep muscle mass up and by doing so reduce the body fat percentage.Some such are the content of your diet, as well as, again, simple genetics. No one is exactly the same, and where one person may lose a lot of weight on a certain routine, another may lose none at all.

5. If You Exercise You Will Lose All Excess Weight:
       
Similarly to the above, there are more factors that simply exercise that are involved when it comes to excess weight. Some such are the content of your diet, as well as, again, simple genetics. No one is exactly the same, and where one person may lose a lot of weight on a certain routine, another may lose none at all. That said, exercise certainly can help to manage weight better, but it isn't the means to end all other means.

6. Don't Do Resistance Training When Losing Weight Because You Will Bulk Up:
       
Any expert would generally advise that a balance of both cardiovascular and resistance exercises can help most to reduce weight. Resistance exercises can keep muscle mass up and by doing so reduce the body fat percentage.Some such are the content of your diet, as well as, again, simple genetics. No one is exactly the same, and where one person may lose a lot of weight on a certain routine, another may lose none at all. That said, exercise certainly can help to manage weight better, but it isn't the means to end all other means.

7. Water Fitness Exercise Is For The Old Or Injured:

       
Some of the most current research debunks this and shows that these types of exercise can be very effective for anyone, and even help to reduce weight. Some of the top athletes today use such training to keep fit as well.

8. Mind-Body Exercises Such As Tai Chi And Yoga Have Questionable Results In Fitness Terms: 
       
With each passing day, studies are starting to show that the benefits of mind-body exercises are real and not at all to be dismissed. In fact, genuine medical treatment through Tai Chi for lower back pain has been carried out. Such exercise routines can help in many other ways too.

9. Anyone Overweight Will Benefit Less From Exercise:
       
Research has displayed that weight is not a factor in the benefits received from exercise. Anyone, even obese people, on a regular exercise routine automatically reduce their risk of mortality due to any health problems.

10. Going To A Gym Is Better Than Working Out At Home:
       
Really this amounts to a matter of personal choice, as studies indicate that many find it easier to commit to a home exercise routine. That is what is best, a constant and regular exercise program, and thus it matters little where exactly it is carried out.