Another word for overcompensate

overcompensate Synonyms

overcompensate

overreact, overdo a good thing, blunder, lean over too far backward*; see correct 1, destroy 1, overdo 1.

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It is a common mistake to overestimate calories burned during exercise and overcompensate by eating too much.
Unfortunately, this makes it easier for the back and neck to overcompensate during abdominal exercise.
Many people estimate high and overcompensate by eating more food than the calories burned in exercise.
While exercise can play a key role in weight loss, it is important to note that many people overestimate exercise's role in weight loss and overcompensate by eating too much.
People often tend to grossly overestimate the calories burned during exercise and overcompensate by eating more calories because they think that they can.

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