Wednesday, April 11, 2007

15 Reasons For Strength Training

Here are some of the more tangible physiological adaptations that
result from productive strength training.

1. Age-Related Muscle Loss Stopped.
2. Metabolic Rate Reduction With Age Halted.
3. Increased Muscle Mass.
4. Increased Metabolic Rate.
5. Lower resting heart rate.
6. Increased Aerobic Capacity.
7. Increased Anaerobic Capacity.
8. Reduced Fat to Muscle ratio.
9. Increased Bone Mineral Density.
10. Improved Glucose Metabolism.
11. Decreased Gastrointestinal Transit Time.
12. Reduced Resting Blood Pressure.
13. Improved Blood Lipid Levels.
14. Reduced Low Back Pain.
15. Reduced Arthritic Pain.

No other form of activity can impact your body as powerfully as proper strength training. Strength training can help you look better, feel better, prevent disease, and perform at higher levels of effectiveness in life.

If you combine just 20-40 minutes per week of strength training (The Exercise Coach style) with a solid nutrition lifestyle for six months you will be on your way to realizing your full physical potential!