There was a time when folks indulged in a lot of physical movement & strength training was not considered necessary & an important part of the workout schedule. Before we get into more detail about strength training let us figure out what is strength training!
It is training that uses resistance to challenge muscles & create muscle tension to gain strength & endurance. Strength training is generally done using weights in gyms/health clubs. However concept of calisthenics is picking up with fitness folks using body weights to train muscles.
So how does strength training help?
- Muscle toning.
- Cardiovascular activity.
- Speed, agility & flexibility
- Resistance to injury & disease
- Improved testosterone levels.
Let’s discuss more about potential benefits of strength training:
- Strength training builds muscles: This does not mean you bulk up muscles or look masculine( this goes specifically for females). This essentially means you make your arms, shoulders, tummy & legs tighter by converting the visceral fat on these respective body parts into muscles.
- Strength training burns fat: When it comes to losing size what matters is losing fat & not muscles. Strength training makes sure that you grow those muscles & burn unwanted fat.
- As we age, our bone density takes a hit. Strength training makes our bones strong & protects us against osteoporosis.
- Strength training eliminates stress & depression: Although you may find a lot of pills & supplements that claim to help you overcome stress & depression, strength training is the most effective way to alleviate these dreaded syndromes.
- Strength training helps you improve your sleep.
- If you are one who suffers from back pain then strength & endurance training is one of great ways to enjoy the benefit of reduced pain.
- Strength training helps you improve your insulin sensitivity & reduce potential risk of diabetes by burning that extra sugar/potential fat that gets generated in your body due to excessive/ overeating. Besides it also helps in overcoming the problem of high LDL( bad cholesterol) level & overcome heart problems
- By indulging in mindful eating & regular resistance training, your body metabolism improves since it helps you burn fat even when you are not exercising. To know more about how to boost metabolism check my blog here.
A structured strength training routine will tone your legs, strengthen your core, and will result in inches and pounds lost. If you are hard pressed for time & are looking for a convenient on demand training solution, join our calisthenics program & fitness community here.
