What Women And Older People Must Know About Lifting Weights
The traditional concept most of us have about "lifting weights" usually brings to mind ultra buff beach bodies
. We imagine the use of weights to be for those who want bulging muscles and a wash board stomach.
In addition, some of us are intimidated by the thought of going to a gym and exposing our less than buff bodies. It is time to throw out our old notions and get with it.
Strength training certainly involves the use of weights and may involve going to a gym. However, research has shown that strength training is vital to women and older adults.
Women, in particular, begin to lose bone density as a direct result of loss of muscle tissue. Older adults tend to have more body fat than muscle which may lead to a host of physical ailments.
Who needs it?
Women beginning in mid thirties begin to lose bone density
Women in post menopause are especially prone to bone density loss as well as hormonal difficulties including anxiety or depression
Older adults who have lead a sedentary life until retirement age
Older adults with onset health problems that relate to their body fat ratio
Strength training does not mean you will immediately start lifting heavy weights. It does not even mean that your goal is a wash board stomach, unless you want this.
How do you start strength training?
First, get clearance from your medical doctor before you begin any new training program
Decide if you want to start at home or a local gym. There are gyms just for women these days if this appeals to you.
Decide if you will invest in a personal trainer. Whether you go to a gym or strength train at home, there are personal trainers to suit your individual tastes.
Start slowly and stick to a regular routine. You did not get out of shape in a week so it will take some time to begin to see results.
Start with light weights and hit all major muscle groups; biceps, shoulders, back, chest and legs.
If you opt for strength training at home, there are many instructional cds to start you out.
Tips to keep in mind
Correct technique is of utmost importance, doing something the wrong way will not only give you poor results, you could actually injure your self.
Developing your muscles strengthens your skeleton and bones.
More muscle mass means you actually burn more calories in addition to the calories you burn with your strength training exercises.
Be patient and stay with it.
If you have ever heard "use it or lose it" then you will understand that choosing to not do strength training means you will lose strength over time. For women, you can also lose bone density.
There are many reasons to begin a strength training routine but choosing to do so for your long term good health is one of the best.
by: Michael C. Miller
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