Movin’ Together – Weightlifting
October’s Movin’ Together tool is Weightlifting!
Lifting weights isn’t just for gym rats and muscleheads. On this broadcast, we’ll explore the top 6 benefits of proper Weightlifting that everyone can enjoy!
The Top 6 Benefits of Proper Weightlifting include:
It strengthens our bones…Increases our metabolism…It lowers our blood pressure…Lightens our mood …Improves our posture…and can reduce the signs and symptoms of many chronic conditions! Let’s explore each of these benefits!
#1. How does Weightlifting strengthen our bones? During weight-bearing activity, the muscles and tendons apply tension to the bones, which stimulates the bones to produce more bone tissue. In just 6 weeks! As a result, bones become stronger and more dense, and the risk of osteopenia, osteoporosis, and fractures decreases.
#2. It increases our metabolism! Strength training can help you manage or lose weight and boost your metabolism, enabling you to burn more calories.
#3. It lowers our blood pressure. The extra muscle built from lifting weights gives your blood more places to travel, reducing pressure on your artery walls. As you build muscle through resistance training, your body creates more capillaries (tiny blood vessels) within the muscle tissue, allowing for better blood flow throughout the body.
#4. Weightlifting can help lighten our mood! Lifting weights releases endorphins, which can help relieve stress, fight depression, and improve mood.
#5. When done correctly, it improves our posture. Some weightlifting exercises can help improve your posture. As you can see demonstrated here!
Lastly, #6. Extensive research shows that strength training can reduce the signs and symptoms of many chronic conditions, such as arthritis, back pain, obesity, heart disease, depression, and diabetes.
Oh, and here’s a free bonus benefit: There are eleven ways to increase bone density naturally: guess which one is at the top?
Weightlifting and strength training. …
Eat more vegetables. …
Consume calcium throughout the day. …
Eat foods rich in vitamins D and K. …
Maintain a moderate weight. …
Avoid a low-calorie diet. …
Eat more protein. …
Eat foods rich in omega-3 – 3 fatty acids
Eat foods rich in magnesium and zinc
Avoid smoking
Avoid heavy drinking
Next time on Movin’ Together, we will explore the Tool of Thanksgiving. Have you ever noticed that it is hard to be sad or mad when you feel thankful? Instead of grabbing the tool of anger or frustration, reach for the tool of thanks!
For more information about the benefits of Weightlifting, please visit these sites!
Strength Training for weight loss. https://www.mymedislim.com/post/strength-training-for-weight-loss
Disability and Exercise | EvolutionVN. https://evolutionvn.com/disability-and-exercise/
Abs and Weights Workout | Jump Into Shape. https://www.jumpintoshape.fun/service-page/abs-and-weights-workout
Easy Way to Increase Your Bone Density. https://www.startupcityindia.com/ampstories/health/easy-way-to-increase-your-bone-density
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325903#calcium
Credits:
Videography: Andrew Moore
Video Editing: Andrew Moore
Writing: Sara Vogt, ACE Certified Fitness Trainer
Anchor: Sara Vogt
Produced by Vogt Media
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