Why we love Strength Training
At the start of the year we introduced our new Strength-FIT program. It has become such a hit with our athletes, that we have added an extra session to the timetable. So why do we love strength training?
Yes, strength training will add definition to our muscles and shape our toned bodies (we like that!), but working out with functional strength and/or weights does so much more.
Strengthening muscles and joints improves flexibility, balance, mobility, core and day-to-day functional strength.
Here are our top 5 reasons for adding strength training to our regular training routine:
- Strength training protects bone health and muscle mass. After puberty we begin to lose about 1 percent of our bone density and muscle strength every year. (I’m 50yrs this year and have noticed the reduction in my strength!)
- Strength training helps develop better body mechanics – flexibility, balance, movement, posture.
- Strength training plays a role in disease prevention – arthritis, post-menopausal women, Type 2 Diabetes.
- Strength training boosts energy levels and improves our mood.
- Strength training helps maintain weight loss – our bodies continue to burn calories after training
- [BONUS] Strength training with a brilliant coach (thanks Marcel) makes all the difference!
Next time a coach or a friend recommends our BEXI strength training to improve your running, cycling, swimming, or just your day-to-day functional strength, jump on board. It’s not all about lifting weights, it can be as simple as squats, lunges, push-ups and sit-ups. Ask any of our BEXI athletes, they’ll share the love.
