subject: Dangers of Strength Training [print this page] Dangers of Strength Training If you are intending to take on strength training exercises to lose weight, build muscle fitness and tone up, you must be aware of its dangers first, before making any big decisions. While exercise is definitely crucial for training and toning ones body, it will come to naught if you are unaware of possible risks which may turn into injuries if you do not handle them properly. Most people will love the challenge of lifting weights and losing weight, especially if it is done with a group of your friends or your extremely encouraging personal trainer. Indeed, you will see substantial improvements in muscle fitness if you follow your weekly routine in strength training closely. Over a few months, you may even be able to lift more weight at the gym, making your weight lifting routines more challenging and more enjoyable as well. However do note the following things that you may want to look out for. Firstly, be sure not to over-exert your muscles, bones, tendons and joints especially when you are young and when your body is still developing gradually. It is easy to accidentally over-strain them during weight lifting, resulting in their permanent damage. You will not want to regret this when you get older and are unable to do even a simple physical workout or set of resistance training because you overlooked this when you were young. Secondly, do not be over-confident. If during strength training program, something does not feel right to you or you feel extreme pain or soreness, you may want to stop immediately and consult your doctor or at least inform your personal trainer. As professionals, they will tell you to stop exercising immediately and find a cure for your condition. Only after your doctors approval should you return to your routine strength training exercise program. In the meantime, be prepared to modify or stop lifting weight altogether for a short period of time to allow your injuries to heal completely. Only after than can you resume your weight lifting exercises. Finally, do be wary of certain drugs which promise to help you lose weight and build muscle fitness. Footballers, swimmers and people actively in sports and various exercises depend largely on muscle-enhancing and performance-boosting drugs. If you are not completely aware and accepting of its short and long-term effects, you may want to steer clear from them. Relying on basic exercises like swimming workouts, toning through abs exercise or various forms of strength training is the safer and better route to take.
