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Get Fit with Resistance Training

By Andy Salazar

Get fit incorporate resistance training. If you are not weight training your missing the boat. I am going to discuss several reasons why everyone should train with resistance — and debunk several myths associated with lifting weights.

Resistance training is exercising to increase your muscular strength and muscular endurance by lifting weights repetitively with free weights, weight machines or bands. It helps to improve your physique, makes you physically stronger and improves your posture.

With all that, you may wonder why more people don't use resistance training in their fitness plans. There are many myths surrounding resistance training, and these hold people back.

Here are a couple of those myths, along with the reality:

Myth: Women will get big and bulky.
Reality: A major factor in massive muscle growth is testosterone. Women don't have as much testosterone as men, so don't worry about bulky muscles.

Myth: If you stop, your muscle will turn to fat.
Reality: Muscle and fat are different types of tissue. Muscle cannot turn to fat.

Others reasons that people forego resistance training include not knowing how to do it, fear of injury or intimidation. These are all valid concerns. When you are thinking about incorporating resistance training into your routine, seek out the help of a fitness professional. Remember, the benefits of resistance training are worth the long walk from the cardio equipment into unfamiliar territory at the gym.

About the Author:

Written by Andy Salazar C.P.T.
Owner: Empower Fitness Training