Health Benefits of Weight Training

Any form of exercise is good exercise, but weight training offers some unique benefits!

Top reasons why you should pick up some weights in 2022

Reduces body fat

Weight training helps increase lean mass which in return vamps up our bodies metabolism. Building lean mass through weight training allows our bodies to burn more calories day to day. Weight training is a great way to re-balance the bodies composition.

Increases strength

Through regular weight training, our strength and endurance increases over time allowing us to continue meeting new personal records (PR) and improve daily functions/activities. Daily activities such as sitting up from a chair, bending over, yard work and many other tasks become much easier.

Strengthens the bones

Weight-bearing exercise that make you move against gravity while staying upright has long been known to build bone density. Weight training can help prevent osteoporosis which becomes very important with the aging process. As we age, our bones weaken increasing our risk to fractures or breaks. Weight training can help keep our bones strong and prevent injuries in the future.

Increases athletic performance

Training specific to your sport can also help you improve your power, strength, and speed to make you a better athlete. Even kids and teens often benefit from some type of strength training when it comes to playing sports.

Improves Heart Health

Studies have shown that regular strength-training exercise can decrease blood pressure, lower total and LDL (bad) cholesterol, and improve blood circulation by strengthening the heart and blood vessels. Strength training also can help you maintain a healthy body weight and manage your blood sugar levels. High blood sugar levels are a major risk factor for heart disease.

Manages Blood Sugar Levels

Strength training may lower your risk of developing diabetes and can help those with the condition manage it better.

Skeletal muscle helps increase insulin sensitivity. It also reduces blood sugar levels by removing glucose from the blood and sending it to muscle cells. As a result, greater muscle mass can help improve blood sugar management

Boosts confidence

Weight training helps you overcome challenges, work toward a goal, and appreciate your body’s strength. In particular, it can increase your self-efficacy (the belief that you’re able to succeed at or perform a task) which can greatly improve your confidence.

Joint flexibility

Contrary to popular belief, strength training can make you more flexible. Strength training increases joint range of motion (ROM), allowing for greater mobility and flexibility . Plus, those with weaker muscles tend to have lower ROM and flexibility