The Benefits of Weight Training

You will notice a greater need to remain active as you age to keep your body flexible and healthy! Weightlifting comes with many benefits that are more than just about your appearance. You’d be surprised at how much this can positively impact your overall health.

Let’s walk through a few benefits of why you should incorporate weightlifting into your exercise routine!

It Makes You Feel Great!

Mental health is health! Strength training and weightlifting are natural remedies for stress and anxiety, similar to the well-known "runner's high." During exercise, endorphins are released, which send signals to the brain that work to improve your mood. You’ll look good, and most importantly, feel good!

Improves Cardiovascular Health

We’ve heard that cardio helps improve cardiovascular health, but weight training can also contribute to this! Due to the correlation between high body fat and an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, physical activity is essential. Strength training can improve heart health by reducing the excess fat that triggers the release of hormones and proteins that cause cardiac issues. Keep your heart healthy by hitting the weight section.

Helps to Build Stronger Bones

Growing up, most of us were told to drink milk for healthy bones. Did you know that weightlifting helps maintain healthy bones? Long-term weightlifting can increase bone density and strengthen tendons and ligaments. Consequently, your risk of developing osteoporosis and sustaining injuries will decrease! Who doesn’t want to feel strong? No more making several trips to carry your groceries into the house; take them all in one go!

Improves Your Flexibility

The longer your joints adjust to various movements and lifts, the greater your mobility and flexibility will be over time. This will give you a greater range of motion when weightlifting or performing everyday tasks.

Reduces the Risk of Chronic Disease

Strength training alleviates the symptoms of numerous degenerative diseases. It promotes faster sugar removal from the blood, which helps increase insulin sensitivity. This can help to prevent type 2 diabetes!

It’s never too late to start your weight training journey! I understand that the weight section of a gym can be intimidating, but I am here to assure you that there is nothing to be worried about! You are there for yourself, and everyone is focused on their own journey. If you are looking for guidance on weight training exercises, I am happy to help.