It’s not just strength training.

Instead of focusing on building physical strength in isolation, we now recognise the numerous other benefits of resistance exercise. Here is how strength training can improve your life:

• Enhance self-esteem & combat depression.

• Improved cardio-metabolic health.

• Improved metabolic rate.

• Increased aerobic capacity.

• Improved quality of life.

• Improved body composition.

• Improved insulin sensitivity.

• Reduced blood pressure.

• Prevent muscle loss (sarcopenia).

• Increased bone mineral density.

It's not just about lifting weights; it's about becoming more resilient, healthier and better able to navigate the challenges of life as we age. The benefits of doing strength training are outstanding although this is only truly appreciated once you’ve actually experienced them for yourself.

Engaging in resistance exercises significantly benefits cardiovascular health (2), bone density/ strength (3,4), cognitive function (6), resilience against diseases (2), reduces depression (10) & even slows down the aging process (5). A person will only achieve these benefits once they incorporate an effective strength training program into their daily life. I have helped many clients who had started strength training before seeing me, realise what they were missing out on. I could write endlessly on why strength training is the “magic pill” to longevity but that’s not going to convince you to actually do it.

The only way to truly experience these benefits is to partake in a regular strength training / resistance exercise routine consistently enough. Only then will a person understand and appreciate the effects of such exercise.