Did You Know Strength Training Can Enhance Immunity and Help Burn Fat?

By now we are almost all aware that strength training should be a part of our fitness routine as it enhances the musculoskeletal system through overall increases in strength, muscles mass and bone density. We should also know by now that aerobic training simply doesn’t provide those same benefits. While aerobic exercise certainly has its benefits and should be a part of every fitness training plan, strength training has proven to have additional benefits to enhance our immune system that may be of interest to you.

In addition to the effects noted above, research has shown that strength training helps decrease bodyfat levels and increase insulin sensitivity. Increased bodyfat and insulin insensitivity are well known risk factors associated with diabetes and colon cancer. Resistance training also decreases gastrointestinal transit time, thus providing better protection against colon cancer. Lifting weights also appears to lower blood pressure, allowing many with borderline hypertension to move into more normal blood pressure ranges.

Apparently, not only does resistance training help make one stronger, but it also helps protect us against these three leading diseases. There is now a considerable amount of research out there verifying the power of strength training so please make sure you are doing resistance training a part of your weekly fitness routine.

At a minimum, everyone should add three resistance training workouts to their weekly routine. For those not well versed in proper weight training or fitness program design, as well as, those individuals that currently train but would like better results, we strongly suggest consulting a fitness coach to have a personalized plan built for your goals, lifestyle and schedule. As always we strongly suggest getting your doctor’s approval to begin any exercise routine.

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