subject: The Advantages Of Leg Weight Exercises [print this page] If you lift weights, you've probably been told many times that you need to work out all of your muscles, not neglecting any individual group. In doing so, you'll yield the best possible results.
People realize that a big chest will look weird if the back doesn't match it, and they'll obviously want their arms and shoulders to be proportional with each other. As a result, they'll attempt to work out each muscle evenly over time.
Despite this all, people still seem to neglect the legs for some reason. While it's true that it's probably one of the more excruciating and physically demanding weight lifting workouts, paying attention to the legs goes a very long way.
There are many reasons that it makes sense to work out the legs just as much as any other muscle group, if not more. For starters, many people develop "chicken legs" when their upper body is noticeably bigger than their lower body. All that hard work you spent sculpting your body can go to waste if something looks off!
There are a number of reasons that it may not make sense to neglect your legs, but here are some reasons that you should. Endorphins are critical to your overall well being, and working out your legs will activate them. These will naturally lift your spirits.
Anyone who's gone on a long run as probably experienced what they call runner's high. This feeling of euphoria stems from the presence of endorphins, and lifting weights with your legs will give you the very same benefits.
Speaking of running, a strong foundation due to leg workouts makes it much easier to run. Not only will your speed increase, but the distances your body can handle will notably improve.
There are clearly many benefits to lifting weights for your legs, and I hope this article serves as a motivator if you're struggling to work them into your rotation.
