The author posits that women in Pakistan are being unfairly targeted by gyms which are poorly staffed and do not have their best interests at heart. They take part in unproven exercise regimens and are given supplements that may be more detrimental than helpful. It is recommended that instead of going to these poorly run and possibly predatory privately run gyms, women should stay home and do light exercise, eat small portions, and avoid sugary drinks.

Key Takeaways:

• Express News conducted a survey of nutritionists, trainers and health experts and found that obesity has increased drastically over the last 40 years and is more likely to affect women than men.
• Obesity can take it’s toll not only on someone’s physical health but also on their emotional and mental health. It is these issues of poor self image that diet and fitness businesses use for profit.
• People are becoming victims of these new diet and fitness trends. Often following instruction from unqualified people and it can be at detrimental to their health.

“Weight loss training programmes have emerged as a lucrative business where appealing packages ranging from Rs5,000 to Rs25,000 are introduced, targeting the overweight segment of society, specifically females, which resultantly make them prone to joint pains and ailments related to the kidneys and heart.”

Read more: https://tribune.com.pk/story/1556643/1-weight-loss-90-diet-10-exercise-say-experts/