Why is "no pain, no gain" an exercise myth? (1 point) Responses

Question

Pain is your body's way of saying something is wrong. Pain is your body's way of saying something is wrong. Pain will stop weight loss from occurring. Pain will stop weight loss from occurring. Pain proves that weight loss is occurring in that region. Pain proves that weight loss is occurring in that region. Pain only occurs when fat is turning into muscle.

Answer 1

The appropriate response is: "Pain is your body's way of saying something is wrong."

This is because experiencing pain during or after exercise can often indicate injury or strain rather than progress or effectiveness. True fitness and health improvements can occur without the presence of pain, and pushing through pain can lead to further injury rather than gains.