The benefits of resistance training is no secret. Consistently doing resistance training is good for the body  and mind.

This article focuses on the weight loss benefit of resistance training.

Cardiovascular exercise is a must if you are trying to lose weight. Adding resistance training 2- 3 times per week will make it a really powerful combination.

Consider the following:

• every additional pound of muscle you gain, your body burns around 50 extra calories every day of the week
• research has shown that regular resistance training can increase Basal Metabolic Rate by up to 15%
• so, for someone burning 2000 calories per day, that’s a potential 300 calories extra burned everyday
• resistance training  can reduce bone deterioration and build bone mass, preventing osteoporosis
• resistance training can also inhibit the affects of Sarcopenia, the age related loss of muscle mass. strength and function
• it has been proven to have a positive effect on insulin resistance, resting metabolism, blood pressure, body fat and factors linked to illnesses such as diabetes, heart disease and cancer
• resistance exercise can boost brain power and fight off diseases like Alzheimer’s
• resistance training releases endorphins which is the hormone released when you feel happy

Remember that CONSISTENCY is the key and the body needs time to adapt to whatever you are exposing it to. It generally takes between 8-12 weeks to physically see a result, so don’t quit if you don’t see a result in the first few weeks. Trust me when I tell you that something is happening within your body.

So, add some iron and see your results speed up dramatically.

Happy Training!