resistance training

Strength training offers a wide array of benefits that extend far beyond simply building muscle, enhancing overall physical and mental well-being.

By consistently working muscles against resistance, such as weights, bands, or body weight, individuals can develop stronger bones, increase bone density, and significantly reduce the risk of osteoporosis and fractures, which is especially important with age.

lowering cholesterol

Beyond the physical aspects, regular strength training has a potent impact on managing and preventing chronic conditions, including lowering blood pressure and cholesterol, improving insulin sensitivity to better manage blood sugar levels and reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes, and alleviating pain associated with arthritis and chronic back pain. Furthermore, strong muscles provide better support and stability for joints, which can improve mobility, balance, and posture, while also substantially lowering the risk of falls and injuries in daily life.

burning calories

Strength training is also a powerful and effective tool for weight management and body composition: increased lean muscle mass boosts the resting metabolic rate, meaning the body burns more calories even at rest and for up to 48 hours after a workout, helping to manage weight and abdominal fat more efficiently than cardio alone.

how my training will help

If strength and resistance training are your primary focus, together we can carefully design a bespoke training schedule that emphasizes building strength, applying progressive overload, and enhancing muscle definition in a balanced and effective way. If you are new to using weights and have always found the weights area in your local gym intimidating, I can get you confident using various weights in a safe and gradual way.