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STRENGTH TRAINING Discover the Benefits of Lifting Weights

lose weight, improve balance and feel great

Research studies indicate that strength training may provide all of these mentioned benefits plus more.

Strength training works by applying resistance to muscles. These external resistances include weight machines, body weight, and free weights. When performing weight training or resistance training, the muscle is initially overloaded and then has to adapt. As a result, the muscles strengthen.

Strength training

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