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PO Box 191
Hawthorn East 3123
Victoria  Australia
Tel 0409 882 935
Fax 03 9882 8395
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Strength Training

What is strength training?

Strength training is building muscle by means of progressive strength training with weights and using own body mass. 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.

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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 0409 882 935 for more information on individual or group strength training sessions.