Benefits of Strength Training

Let’s Talk Strength Training

Strength training, also called resistance training or weight training, is a form of exercise that increases muscle strength, muscle mass, and endurance. You can see the benefits of strength training with two or three sessions a week. Strength training is an important, often overlooked form of exercise (especially with women).

Strength training is extremely good for your health and well-being. Now, let’s talk about the benefits of strength training.

Benefits of Strength Training

• Increase Muscle Tone Firstly, strength training improves muscle tone and increases muscle mass. Now, don’t get worried ladies. You won’t get bulky from lifting weights. In addition, I promise you will fall in love with the changes you’ll see from strength training.
• Help Control Blood Sugar Indeed, strength training is an effective way to manage blood sugar levels. Building muscle improves insulin sensitivity and can reduce the chance of developing type 2 diabetes.
• Improve Heart Health Strength training can be just as effective at boosting heart health as aerobic exercises. However, don’t be mistaken, there is still a place for cardio in your fitness routine.
• Strengthen Bones Strength training can build bone density and structure and reduce your risk for osteoporosis.
• Boost Metabolism Building muscle can increase your resting metabolic rate. Your body continues to burn calories after your strength training workout longer than other activities.
• Reduce Blood Pressure Blood pressure is reduced in individuals with high blood pressure after eight weeks.
• Improve Mood Strength training benefits go beyond your physical health. Regular resistance training can help alleviate anxiety and depression symptoms. Additionally, the boost of endorphins provides a positive impact on your mood.
• Improve Well-Being and Quality of Life Lastly, regular strength training keeps you active as you go about life’s daily activities. You could look at strength training as the fountain of youth.

Let’s Go

While strength training may seem intimidating at first, you should remember that everyone was a beginner at some point. Everyone belongs in a gym no matter their ability level. Hiring a coach is a great way to get started. A coach can provide a solid plan to help you reach your goals. Furthermore, a coach can help you feel confident in the gym and provide motivation.

If you want to learn more let’s chat. We will discuss the benefits of strength training and provide some tips to get you started. It’s a commitment-free call. So why wait? Let’s get you started on your journey.