Weight training….but I’ll get bulky! Trust us. YOU WON’T!
Resistance training is an excellent choice for regular exercise in your life. Not only does it help strengthen and build muscles, but it also strengthens your bones, ligaments and tendons. Increased strength and muscle mass also help reduce the likelihood of injury; whether that is from catching yourself falling, preventing your joints from dislocating or preparing for heavier daily activities.
Resistance training is beneficial for 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗬𝗢𝗡𝗘!
You are never too old to start resistance training!
Resistance training has so many benefits, to name a few it can help:
1 – Preserve and increase both muscle and bone strength.
2 – Lose fat. Those who participate in both cardio and strength training tend to shed more fat than those who just do cardio-based exercise.
3 – Decrease pain associated with muscle imbalances.
4 – Manage chronic diseases like arthritis, diabetes, and heart disease.
Engaging in a 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹-𝗯𝗼𝗱𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 program 2-3 times a week is an excellent way to improve your body.
Exercises like squats, pushups, cable/dumbbell rows, shoulder presses, lunges, and core exercises such as crunches, planks or mountain climbers will help get you started…. and the best news is you don’t have to invest in expensive equipment or gym passes to get started.
We have an in-house Kinesiologist who works hand-in-hand with our Physiotherapists, and she can develop an individualized weight training program just for you!
