http://www.myfitnessclub.com.au/blog.atom.xmlMyFitness Club Blog2012-10-16T16:12:24+00:00MyFitness Clubhttp://www.myfitnessclub.com.au/andymfc@nbm.com.auFitness Tip...Why you should lift something heavy!http://www.myfitnessclub.com.au/blog-view/fitness-tipwhy-you-should-lift-something-heavy-42011-01-10T14:00:00+00:002011-01-10T14:00:00+00:00By Tiafi Thurston - Sippy Downs.
Strength training has many amazing benefits to both men & women; such as lowering your resting heart rate & an improving muscular endurance. So what are some other reasons to lift something heavy today...<p>By Tiafi Thurston - Sippy Downs</p>
<p>Strength training has many amazing benefits to both men & women; such as lowering your resting heart rate & an improving muscular endurance. So what are some other reasons to lift something heavy today...</p>
<h2><strong>Bones:</strong></h2>
<p><strong> </strong>Muscle conditioning is great for bones because bones grow stronger and denser with stresses put on the muscles around them. <br /> Denser bones means less problems whilst aging (density begins to decrease about around age thirty) and less risks of osteoporosis (the breaking of bones). You can definitely maintain the density of your bones when exercising or even improve it!</p>
<h2><strong>Metabolism:</strong></h2>
<p>By increasing lean muscle mass, your metabolism will increase and aid in the weight-loss process. Muscle tissue uses more calories than fat tissue because it has a higher metabolic rate, which means you burn more calories throughout the day, even whilst you're sleeping!</p>
<p>Many women are concerned that they are going to get huge...worry no more! Women are not genetically built to get 'big'. Females have a very high level of oestrogen in comparison to testosterone in their body, which makes it difficult for them to bulk up on muscle. Increasing your muscle size will help you to look more toned & give your body great definition.</p>
<p>It is very important to perform weight lifting exercises correctly so if you're a bit lost, be sure to book in with a personal trainer for a for a new program or one-on-one session at your club's reception.</p>
<p>Lifting weights can benefit everyone- so lift something heavy today!<br /> Be sure to read next issue where we will explore other weight lifting benefits such as reducing the risk of diabetes & heart disease, help fight depression, and reduce your risk of injury, back pain and arthritis!</p>
<h2><strong>Depression & Moods:</strong></h2>
<p><strong> </strong>Weight bearing exercises can increase self-esteem, improve mood, reduce anxiety levels, increase the ability to handle stress, and improve sleep patterns. A proper exercise program that includes strength training exercise provides similar improvements in depression as anti-depressant medications but without potential negative side effects.</p>
<h2><strong>Reducing risk of injury:</strong></h2>
<p>Another great side effect of weight training! Strength training helps to increase & maintain the strength of your muscles, bones, ligaments and tendons as well as maintaining your body's muscle power, coordination & balance. This means you have a decreased risk of injury in everyday life & whilst performing other exercises.</p>
<h2><strong>Diabetes:</strong></h2>
<h2><strong> </strong><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 12px;">Strength training can improve your quality of life if you have diabetes by allowing you to continue to perform everyday activities such as walking, lifting, and climbing stairs as you get older.</span></h2>
<h2><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 12px;"> </span><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 12px;">If you have diabetes, research has shown that strength training can:</span></h2>
<ul>
<li>improve insulin sensitivity </li>
<li>improve glucose tolerance </li>
<li>help you lose weight </li>
<li>lower your risk for heart disease</li>
</ul>
<p>Extended periods of strength training improve blood sugar control as well as taking diabetes medications. In fact, in those people with diabetes, strength training in combination with aerobic exercise may be even more beneficial.</p>
<p>By regularly lifting something heavy you can have a happier, healthier & improved quality of life. So if you're still not convinced that lifting weights is going to benefit you, please book in for a personal training session TODAY & give it a go!</p>