What is strength training?

Strength training is building muscle mass by means of progressive weight training with weights and/or gym equipment.  As we age we lose muscle tone, mainly due to lack of exercise. Rest assured: strength training is not about looking like a bodybuilder. It is about muscle toning for better and proper functioning of the body.

What are the benefits of strength training?

• Increased metabolic rate — Strength training increases the body's metabolic rate.
• Increasing and restoring bone density — Inactivity and aging can lead to a decrease in bone density and brittleness.
• Control of Type II Diabetes 
• Increased lean muscle mass and muscle strength, power and endurance.
• Injury prevention — A wide variety of sports-related or life-related injuries can be prevented by strengthening muscles and joints.
• Improved balance, flexibility, mobility and stability
• Decreased risk of coronary disease
• Aids rehabilitation and recovery
• Enhanced performance in sports or exercise
• Speeds recovery after injury 
• Aging gracefully — Physical activity keeps us alive and vibrant.
• Feeling better and looking better
• Coping with depression and self-esteem issues

Who would benefit from strength training?

• Anyone with balance problems
• Anyone recovering from a stroke
• Anyone with Parkinson’s
• Anyone with Type II diabetes
• Anyone with a weight problems
• Anyone suffering from depression
• Anyone with osteoporosis
• Anyone with blood pressure problems
• Anyone with high cholesterol
• Anyone experiencing low self-esteem
• Anyone who would like to slow down the aging process

Don’t wait for illness – become proactive – exercise.

Email us or phone Ingrid 0402 509 006 for more information on individual or group strength training sessions.