Advantages of Resistance Training
- Tones your muscles which looks great and raises your basal metabolism which causes you to burn more calories 24 hours a day. You’ll even burn more calories while you’re sleeping!
- Strengthens your bones reducing your risk for developing osteoporosis.
- Improves the functioning of your immune system.
- Decreases your resting blood pressure and lowers your resting heart rate, a sign of a more efficient heart.
- Reduces your risk of adult onset diabetes.
- Decreases your gastrointestinal transit time, reducing your risk for developing colon cancer.
- Improve your posture.
- Makes you less prone to low-back injuries.
- Improves balance and coordination.
- Improves your muscular endurance and makes you stronger. Strength gives you confidence and makes daily activities easier.
- Energizes you and elevates your mood!
Greg Landry, M.S.
