10 Stubborn Exercise Myths that Won’t Die, Debunked by Science

Exercise is like any other science, always evolving and changing as new discoveries and understandings are found.  Even though the following have been debunked they.just.won't.die.  Read the article at lifehacker and get all the info around what makes them myths:

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Myth 1:  No Pain, No Gain

Myth 2:  Soreness After Exercise is Caused by Lactic Acid Building Up in Your Muscles

Myth 3:  Exercise Takes Long Hours/Is Worthless If I Can't Exercise Regularly

Myth 4: You Need a Sports Drink When Exercising to Replenish Your Body's Electrolytes/Minerals/Etc

Myth 5: Stretching Before Exercise Will Prevent Injury

Myth 6: Working Out Will Only Build Muscle, Not Help Me Lose Weight

Myth 7: Exercise Will Help Me Lose Weight Quickly

Myth 8: You Need to Take Supplements to Build Muscle

Myth 9: If You Don't Exercise When You're Young, It's Dangerous When You Get Older

Myth 10: Working Out at Home/Working Out at the Gym is Better than Working Out at Home/Working Out at the Gym