Why Strength Conditioning Matters
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Strength Conditioning matters because we need muscles to move our bodies. Muscles literally carry us and help us move, lift heavy things, and carry on living independently into our old age.
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As we age, we lose muscle. This is why continuing to strength train matters to maintain muscle mass.
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Strength training also improves bone density. Each time we stress the muscle by increasing the load, or the weight we pick up, we build more bone tissue.
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Strength training really matters for midlife women who naturally lose bone and muscle due to the gradual decrease in production of estrogen.
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More muscle also means less fat, particularly visceral fat- the fat around our middles- which has a positive impact on our cardiovascular (heart) health.
Why Cardiovascular Fitness Matters
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Improves heart health – Strengthens the heart and enhances blood circulation.
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Boosts endurance – Increases stamina for daily activities and physical performance.
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Burns calories – Aids in weight management and fat loss.
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Reduces disease risk – Lowers chances of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.
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Enhances mood – Releases endorphins that help reduce stress and anxiety
Strength & Cardio training improves your heart health, builds muscle, boosts metabolism, and enhances overall physical function and resilience.
We all want to grow old and maintain our independence so we can bend over and tie our own shoes and wipe our own bums!
