Resistance Training Gets Results
Are you varying your workouts enough?
Many women are afraid of ‘bulking up’ with weights so tend to do more cardiovascular exercise such as walking, jogging, swimming etc. Whilst this is a great way to keep fit and burn calories, the key to weight loss and keeping your body fat levels low is to include some regular resistance training into your weekly routine.
Why?
Muscle burns more calories than fat - 1kg of muscle burns 50 calories compared to 1kg fat which burns around 3 calories. So it makes sense to increase your muscle mass if you want to burn more body fat.
What are the other benefits?
The more muscle mass you build, the greater your metabolic rate will be so you will find it easier to remain slimmer as you will be burning calories at a faster rate. You will also boost mobility and build bone density.
Will I bulk up?
Not at all, women don’t have enough of the male hormone testosterone to create large muscle mass. If you know of any female who appears a little bulky AND does regular resistance training, then this is because of her natural build in the first place. The resistance training will actually be keeping her slimmer and more toned.
How often?
You should be doing at least 30 minutes of resistance exercise twice a week.
What do I need?
You don’t need to go to the gym, just get yourself a home dumbbell set. Your workout should include a ‘whole body’ training approach so you strengthen each muscle group in an equal and balanced way. If you are unsure of which exercises to do, please contact us at Miss Fit and we will be happy to provide you with a personalised resistance training workout.
Good luck and get pumping!!!
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