If you fear putting on weight during the holiday season, you're not alone. Some researchers believe this free-wheeling eating season, even with only minor weight gain, has contributed to our obesity epidemic, as the rate matches the pound or two average yearly gain for most adults. Regardless of the statistics, many people with good intentions throw good habits away in the short term, because they think weight gain and excess are inevitable this time of year. If you fear gaining weight during the holiday season, you're not alone. What role does exercise play in avoiding weight gain over the holidays?

Source: CBC News November 30, 2018 01:07 UTC