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Strength training isn't just about reaching a fitness goal, it is so much more than just going to the gym and building muscle. The results of it will show up in areas of your life you never thought to look in. 28% of Americans over six years old are physically inactive. That is 80.2 million people who do not experience the benefits of exercise, and this is their perfect window in. Many people assume this is only for the more advanced gym goers, but that couldn't be further from the truth. Strength training is for anyone because it will help the overall quality of your life.

One of the biggest motivations to exercise is losing weight. Contrary to popular belief, strength training is your chance for a slimmer body. People who are looking to lose weight can increase their metabolism through strength training, helping them to burn calories much quicker. Don't let the idea of shaving a few pounds off scare you away from strength training, strength training is all about fat-free body mass. This is a great way to get through that plateau you may have hit, and be able to keep the pounds off. Not to mention, the effects will last longer than the effects of something such as running.

Your risk of injury is also greatly decreased because of strength training. You increase your bone density creating stronger bones that are more resistant to the impact of falls, as well as decreasing your odds of developing osteoporosis. But this isn't only for your bones-it will also strengthen the surrounding muscle and tissue making falls less likely in the first place and increasing your overall motor performance.

Strength training exercises can come in a variety of forms. By joining a fitness center, you can get the benefits of a variety of classes as well as a variety of equipment. And guess what? This is no big time commitment. All you need is 30 or 45 minutes to get an effective workout in and make your day a little better! If you take up running or the elliptical, you will need to dedicate much more time to reach the same results you could have in no time at all.

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