Did you know that by doing some simple strength training exercises, you can prevent muscle and bone loss, as well as burn more calories since a pound of muscles burns 50 calories, even while you sleep. Strong muscles also help support your joints and prevent injuries during exercise.

Weight training improves your body composition. With more than half of American adults overweight (54%), we are in desperate need of methods to improve body composition. Weight training will increase the amount of lean mass a person has. This, combined with fat loss from cardiovascular training and good nutrition will improve your body composition (lowering your % fat). Read more »