Why is it important to do regular strength training? Did you know it does way more than just building strength? Here are a few of the benefits of strength training.
Increase Bone Density
By incorporating regular resistance training into your workout, you load your bones and in turn put stress on them, which helps to stimulate bone forming cells.
Elevates Metabolism
Strength training helps to increase your resting metabolic rate because you have more lean muscle, which burns more calories.
Improves Mobility And Flexibility
Resistance training can greatly improve flexibility by placing stress on the muscle fibers when they are elongated, as well as focusing on working through full range of motion during resistance training.
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Improves Overall Athletic Performance
It’s not surprising that stronger muscles means higher jumps, faster runs and bigger hits. All athletes will experience the benefits of strength training.
Decreases Risks Of Falls
As you age, you become more prone to falls. However, regular strength training will improve balance and coordination.
Reduces Risk of Injury
Strong and balanced muscles help to reduce overuse injuries by building a stronger, more resilient body.
Increased Brain Health
We know that exercise elevates your heart rate, which is beneficial for your cardiovascular health. But did you know that the same elevated heart rate also delivers oxygen rich blood to the brain. This in turn aids in the growth of brain cells.
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Increased Mental Health
Regular physical activity also makes us feel good. One of the main reasons is that exercise releases euphoric hormones, while also suppressing stress-inducing hormones, helping to reduce anxiety and depression.
Increase Longevity
Resistance training also helps to increase longevity by reducing risk of diseases by decreasing excessive abdominal fat, improving cardiovascular health, and controlling blood sugar levels.