I’ve heard that lifting weights helps the body burn calories even when you’re not active. True or false? —Reiko

A| That’s true. A lot of women prioritize cardio because they want to lose fat, but that burns calories only while you’re exercising; as soon as you stop, you’re no longer burning as much. Instead, lifting weights revs up your metabolism, so you’ll continue burning calories for a few hours after your workout. And don’t worry about bulking up; women don’t have enough testosterone for that. But you will get leaner!