Afraid to look like Arnold Schwarzenegger? Well don’t be. Science tells us that lifting heavy weights will not make women look huge, like NFL linebackers; they simply don’t have the testosterone levels to make that possible. And if you’re judging lifting by images of lady body builders gracing the covers of magazines, then don’t. We have no idea if they are using chemical enhancements, and they may not be using an appropriate training program. It’s time to do away with all of the misinformation.
Instead, listen to the results of accredited research in the field of women’s health. Dr. Alexander Koch, associate professor of exercise science reports that good data is available that proves building muscle mass and strong bones are key health traits that help women live longer. As well, women lifting heavier weights begin to lower their risk of getting type 2 diabetes after only 12 weeks of training. Some physiologists are even reporting that lifting weights with a good amount of resistance will count toward your weekly cardio exercise requirements, and Dr. Leslie Consitt of Ohio University notes that medium-intensity weight training three times per week will increase your overall health. If your weights are too light, you might not satisfy that goal.
Ladies – Heavy Lifting Is In
If you’re already working out and lifting small weights, consider the advantages of changing that routine. In fact, if you are lifting very light weights to create long, lean muscles; that too has been proven to be a myth.
Heavy Lifting:
- burns body fat all day long and increases weight loss
- unlike cardio, increases weight loss while building muscle
- gives muscle sleek definition
- fights off Osteoporosis
- increases strength and builds strength more quickly
- increases overall energy
- leads to a better night’s sleep
- reduces risk of heart disease
Lift Ladies Lift
Heavy lifting and resistance training can provide many benefits to your current and future overall health. Not to mention inspire confidence that spills over into every aspect of your life, both personal and professional. There’s no better way to relieve stress as well. When you’re ready to change you’re old light weight routine, or begin slowly to add lifting to a new routine, think of Gripad weight lifting gloves for women. Cutting edge technology and innovative design make these gloves both lightweight yet supremely comfortable. Protect your palms while maximizing your lifting ability with Gripad weight lifting gloves for women, for all of your resistance training needs.
