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If you've been inactive and are resolving to get into shape this year, strength training (working out
with weights) can give you a motivational boost that will get you off to a flying start.
It's true that cardiovascular exercise - running, walking, cycling, using cardio machines and so on -
is a fitness must. But if you want early, visible results, you'll need to include strength training in your exercise plan.
1) You don't need to devote a lot of time. Working out with weights for as little as 25 minutes 2 or 3
days a week can go far.
2) You need to leave at least 48 hours between strength-training workouts. (This gives the muscles
time to repair and strengthen.)
3) To see positive results quickly, you should focus on the major muscle groups; you should also
work each muscle group from more than one range of motion. Not sure how? Consult a personal trainer to develop a personal strategy and learn proper form for each of the exercises. |
