What is basic strength training??
Basic principles. The basic principles of strength training involve a number of repetitions (reps), sets, tempo, exercises and force to cause desired changes in strength, endurance, size or shape by overloading of a group of muscles.
What are the best exercises for strength training??
I’m going to share with you the 9 best strength training exercises that every beginners should master (scroll down for full video and explanations!):
- Push-up: uses every push muscle in your body (chest, shoulders, triceps)
- Bodyweight squat: uses every muscle in lower body (quads, hamstrings, glutes, core)
- Bodyweight row: works every “pull” muscle and helps prepare you for a pull-up!
- Pull-up or chin-up: the best “pull” exercise in history! ...
Should you do strength training??
Strength training may also help you: Develop strong bones. By stressing your bones, strength training can increase bone density and reduce the risk of osteoporosis. Manage your weight. Strength training can help you manage or lose weight, and it can increase your metabolism to help you burn more calories.
How does strength training strengthen bones??
Weight training makes your bones denser because your body has to overcome gravity and it causes your muscles to pull on your bones, according to the National Institute of Arthritis. This stimulates bone tissue growth. Exercises such as swimming do not have the same effect on your bones.