Feeling confused about exercise? If so, you're not alone.

Most gym goers have a hard time figuring out what works and what doesn’t work.

With all the conflicting information out there, it's hard to tell what to eat and how to train for best results.

Some experts claim that cardio is the key to fat loss.

Others say that it actually doesn’t more harm than good.

The same goes for strength training. It's not unusual to hear celebrity trainers saying that women shouldn't lift more than five pounds or so.

To help you out, we’ve cleared up some of the most common fitness myths.

Once you know the truth, you'll make smarter choices and reach your goals.

Ready to get active and make exercise a habit?

If you start now, you'll be leaner, stronger, and faster within weeks. Your body will transform and your energy levels will go through the roof.

Regular exercise lowers your risk of heart disease, improves sleep, and boosts brain power. Getting started is the hardest part, especially when you're feeling "out of shape." 

"The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now." - Chinese Proverb

Here are some tips to help you out:

Have a hard time building muscle? Struggling with a training plateau? If so, daily stress might be the culprit. It not only affects your gains but also leaves you fatigued and moody. In the long run, stress can lead to muscle loss, weight gain, and increased risk of injury. Its impact is even greater when coupled with dieting or overtraining.

Let's see how stress affects your workouts and what to do about it!

Should you perform a specific number of reps?

The answer is, it depends, however the broad over arching answer is no.

Although this discussion assumes you would like to gain strength, improve muscle definition, lose weight or become a better lifter.

(If your goals fall outside of this, this discussion may not apply to you.)

Here's where there is a fork in the road, if you are a novice versus intermediate in your weight/resistance training experience.