Strength Training for Women

Benefits of Strength Training for Women

• Increase in lean muscle mass and decreased nonfunctional fat.

• Higher metabolic rate and muscle tone.

• Improved self esteem and self confidence.

• Enhanced bone modelling to increase bone strength and reduce the risk of Osteoporosis (brittle bones)

• Stronger connective tissues to increase joint stability and help prevent injury.

A common misconception by women is to think that by using weights they will get big and look masculine… this is not the case. There are a number of key factors. For a start, women don’t produce enough testosterone to achieve the size of male bodybuilders. High volume training and an increase in calorie consumption are amongst others.

Robert Houghton

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