Strength training or weightlifting can be one of the most valuable forms of fitness. By just spending 30-45 minutes a day a few days a week, you may see significant
Learning which exercises target what areas of the body, proper form of each exercise, how much weight to lift, and how many sets and repetitions can all seem a bit overwhelming. We are here to help!
It’s been five weeks since Women & Weights started, and I think I’m becoming an expert!. I know the other women in the class, and they know me. Before Linda
The Sunday prior to week four of Women & Weights was Daylight Saving Time. My routine felt off, and my motivation felt nonexistent. Coupled with the time change was something
Tip: Bench press less, train back more The bench press is probably my favorite exercise and is great for building strength in the chest, shoulders, and arms. However, too much
A kettlebell type of a dumbbell of free weight that is round with a flat base and arched handle. It looks like a cannonball with a handle. Unlike a dumbbell,
The myth “women shouldn’t lift weights because they’ll get bulky” has been around for ages. It’s something that I hear about almost every day. A lot of women are scared to lift weights because they don’t want to put on large amounts of muscle mass. When, in reality, weightlifting is incredibly beneficial for women.
Different types of resistance training exist for strengthening and building muscle, also known as hypertrophy. Examples include static cable machines, bodyweight, free weight, and dynamic/variable weight.
I often meet with members whom identify weight loss as their primary health and fitness goal. When discussing their plan to achieve this goal, they often reference cardio and diet modifications but stay clear of including strength training as part of their program. Many suggest that they must first “get in shape” before embarking on a strength training program. This idea that you must first be “fit” to strength train is contradictory to its well-established benefits. To fully understand its place in a weight loss paradigm, we must first explore its meaning.
We know you have a lot of choices when it comes to workout options. We also know that Beacon Health & Fitness has always been more than just a place to workout. Yes, we provide a full range of state-of-the-art equipment, classes and programs, but we also offer:
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