women & fitness

Why Strength Training For Women?

November 07, 2005

Lose Weight!

Muscle is denser than fat – it takes up less space than fat – as you increase lean muscle to fat ratio, your body shape changes and you get smaller – the more muscle you have, the thinner you will be.

Increases Metabolism!

A faster metabolism burns more calories all day long helping you lose weight and keep it off.

Prevent Muscle Loss!

Starting at age 35, women lose 1/4-1/2 of a pound of muscle per year, EVERY YEAR – strength training prevents this loss. (From research studies by Dr. Miriam E. Nelson, Ph.D.)

Prevent Bone Loss!

Women achieve peak bone mass by age 30 and then lose bone slowly until 50 (or menopause). From 50-60 bone loss is rapid. More women die from complications of osteoporotic bone fractures than die from breast cancer each year (National Osteoporosis Foundation). Strength training has been proven to impact bone density, stop the loss and actually increase bone density.

Increases Glucose Levels!

4 months of strength training can increase the body’s glucose utilization by 23%, decreasing the risk of adult onset diabetes. (From research studies by Dr. Wayne Westcott, Ph.D.)

Live Longer!

Studies show that strength training can help prevent, delay or reduce the symptoms of stress, osteoporosis, heart disease, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and adult onset diabetes.

Feel Younger, Energetic & Self-Confident!

A strong, toned body makes you feel better, happier, healthier and more youthful everyday.