Strength Training Prevents Age Related Muscle Loss
The condition known as sarcopenia derived from the Greek words for vanishing flesh is the gradual wasting away of lean muscle tissue of one’s body. Twenty years ago this condition did not even have a name, but now is well on the way to becoming a household word like osteoporosis. Responsible for robbing both women and men of their strength, health,... more
Effective Weight Training For Women Leads To Leaner, Healthier Bodies
For a long time, weight training was seen as an activity performed by macho men in sweaty gyms. The times have changed, as many men and women are learning the benefits of weight training for everyone, not just the men with big biceps and sculpted torsos. Strength training can prevent injuries, promote stamina and increase self confidence. It is easy... more
Strength Training: Three Myths Revealed About Weights and Weight Loss
You want to lose weight so how does strength training fit in the picture? Using weights is a fantastic complement to cardiovascular exercise. But there are some misconceptions about strength training you should know about. Myth #1: Weightlifting will get rid of my unsightly bulges. Unfortunately, there is no such thing as “spot reduction.” ... more
3 Fantastic Ways That Exercise Can Help Improve your Diabetes
Exercise can be a fantastic way to manage your diabetes providing you take adequate precautions. On top of this, exercise also has a number of additional benefits including an improved appearance, greater strength and more energy. In this article I will be discussing the exercise options available to you, the precautions you should take when exercising... more
7 Must Know Facts to Build Your Strength Training Routine
Building a strength training routine can be one of the trickiest parts of a fitness program. Ask 10 personal trainers what the best strength training routine is and you will get 10 different answers. Below are 7 must-know guidelines to use when building a strength training program. Each guideline provides the basic foundation that all strength training... more
The Importance of Strength Training and Speed
Strength training is required to help develop a “base” from which an athlete can build upon and become faster. Strength is required before power training and it helps to lay the foundation for overall body conditioning. I have found that strength is the single most dominant factor in predicting and also improving speed. It is not the only... more
Start a Weight Training Exercise Program Today
Although there are many sites that claim that they will show you weight training exercises online, in reality this is not the way to go for beginners. If you want to start a weight training exercise program, you really need to be working with someone who knows what they are doing and can show you the correct techniques. There are many options available.... more
Benefits of resistance training
Do you want to have a stronger and more beautiful body? Then the best thing to do is get on your feet and start doing the resistance training. What Is Resistance Training? Resistance training involves activities that use weights, machines and even body weight to work out the muscles properly. It is also known as strength training or weight training.... more
Free Weights vs. Machine exercise
Something you need to keep in mind and never forget is that when you exercise, you are training for life. You still may spend an hour a day in the gym, although that will still leave another 23 hours or so for your muscles to function without using any fancy equipment. Whenever you do any type of exercise, the movement of your body during the exercise... more