The majority of women exercising tend to perform a higher degree of cardiovascular exercise than traditional resistance based exercise. Maybe this is personal preference or the fact that sometimes the weights areas of gyms are often dominated by guys and may seem like intimidating places.
However, there any many advantages to performing an individualised resistance training programme in addition to regular cardiovascular exercise.
Weight training for women
Research gained over the last ten years indicates that women who perform resistance training several times a week may have the following benefits:
- More muscle tone (not muscle bulk), less body fat storage
- Decreased risk of developing Osteoporosis when combined with a healthy eating plan
- Improved mental health, reduced feelings of stress, depression and anxiety
- Increased strength and ability to cope with daily workloads
- Reduced injury occurrence, less back and neck pain
- Decreased risk of developing age-onset Diabetes
- Improved athletic performance
- Less risk of heart disease, especially when combined with regular cardiovascular exercise
- Improved posture and muscle balance
- Quicker recovery following pregnancy
Following a brief consultation or screening process, a training programme can be designed for your individual requirements and regular appointments arranged to start the training process in privacy.
Take time and focus on yourself and your unique requirements, without unnecessary distractions. Book your free consultation today.