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WHY Weight Train?

4/13/2014

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Years ago,  I was what one would call a CARDIO JUNKIE! All I did was run, spin, or the elliptical.
It was an amazing way to for me to deal with stress & anxiety. By moving my body really fast, I felt like I was catching up to my mind!!

It wasn't until I started studying for my personal training certification that I discovered how WRONG I had been training myself the past few years! WAY too much cardio, not enough rest, and I was making my body weaker in the long run opposed to STRONGER. And I don't know about you, but I want to be stronger! I want to be able to thank myself when I'm older!

So.... WHY Weight Train?

  1. Builds Muscle Strength. After the age of 20, adults lose 5-7 lbs muscle mass every decade. Strength training helps prevent muscle loss, and rebuild what you may have lost.
  2. Increases Calorie Burn: It increases your metabolic rate, causing you to burn more calories throughout the day!
  3. Improves your ability to do everyday activities: lifting babies, groceries, books, luggage, a case of water!
  4. Improves Balance & Stability. By making your muscles stronger & more resilient, your balance becomes sturdier. This also decreases the risks of falls and accidents.
  5. Reduces Blood Pressure: Strength training strengthens your heart, allowing it to beat more efficiently. This can prevent & treat high blood pressure.
  6. Decreases your risk of osteoporosis: Inactivity and aging leads to a decrease in bone density and brittleness. Studies have shown that weight training can increase bone density, and prevent osteopororsis.
  7. Reduces low back pain: Strength training will increase lower back strength which in turn can alleviate low back pain!

After studying and learning about the importance and benefits of weight training, I became excited to make it apart of my regime. When I lift weights, I focus on the muscle I am working, and I feel empowered knowing that I'm making myself stronger!

Resources: 
www.personaltrainertoday.com
www.sparkpeople.com


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