Strength Training is for Everyone!

Why is strength training important? Do you need to do it? The short answer is, YES! Strength training is beneficial to every able bodied person!

Here are some of the reasons why you should start adding in some weight to your gym routine:

Improves your ability to do everyday activities: The stronger your muscles, the easier it is to get groceries out of the car, get a package off of the top cabinet shelf, push the lawnmower…..the list goes on and on!

Improves your balance and stability: The stronger and more resilient your muscles, the more sturdy your balance. This will help keep you safe in your daily activities and decreases the risk of falls or accidents.

Builds muscle strength: Adults lose between five and seven pounds of muscle every decade after age 20. Strength training will help prevent this muscle loss, and rebuild what you may have lost.

Decreases your risk of osteoporosis: Inactivity and aging can lead to a decrease in bone density, leading to brittleness. Studies have shown that consistent strength training can increase bone density and prevent osteoporosis.

Reduces blood pressure: Strength training can be beneficial for the prevention and treatment of high blood pressure by strengthening the heart, allowing it to beat more efficiently.

Increases calorie burn: Strength training increases the body's metabolic rate, causing the body to burn more calories throughout the day. This aids significantly in long term weight loss.

Reduces low back pain: Research has shown that strength training can increase low back strength and alleviate low back pain.

(Facts from SparkPeople.com)