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‘METs’ and ‘Watts’ on Gym Machines

What do the “METs” and “watts” numbers mean on gym machines?

Found on stationary bikes, stair steppers, and other aerobic gym machines, METs (meta- bolic equivalents) indicate the intensity of your workout. Consider that 1 MET represents the amount of oxygen you consume an...

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