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Resistance Training

Resistance training is a type of exercise where the muscles are working against a resistance of some kind. This can be weights or tubing, but also the own bodyweight. Calisthenics, and other methods like Callanetics, The Bar Method, The Lotte Berk Method, but also Pilates all have exercises where the own body weight is used as a form of resistance.

Resistance training improves the figure (no spot-reducing!) and increases the muscles, so that calories are burned more efficiently.

Typical resistance exercises are weight training and bodybuilding, but also group exercise programs like body-pump, bodysculpt, sculpt and tone, body conditioning and body toning. Even the programs like Callanetics, the Bar Method, the Lotte Berk Method are forms of resistance training.

Strength training should be an integral part of any fitness program. We're not talking about bulking out, but rather strengthening muscles throughout your body with practical resistance exercise. Numerous medical studies have reported the value of strength training for people of all ages. Chad Tackett, a personal trainer and fitness expert, offers his advice on how to incorporate strength training into your exercise program.

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  • Strength Training Principles and Guidelines: Part One
    Almost any form of exercise will stimulate some degree of strength and muscle development. Unfortunately, misconceptions, myths, and misunderstandings plague the fitness industry, especially in regard to strength training. There is a huge attrition rate among those starting a strength training program primarily because most people are not taught the principles essential for a safe and effective program...
  • Strength Training Principles and Guidelines: Part Two
    In this section Chad covers the importance of forcing blood to your muscles and proper lifting speed. The guidelines that are discussed are extremely important for your safety and the effectiveness of your strength training program.
  • Strength Training Principles and Guidelines: Part Three
    This article discusses the importance of proper lifting technique, exercising through the full range of motion, proper exercise sequence, and the correct number of sets to do for what you're trying to achieve.
  • Strength Training Principles and Guidelines: Part Four
    Chad discusses the amount of weight you should use and the number of repetitions you should do for the results you desire. You'll learn how to gradually increase the weight used to stimulate further gains.
  • Strength Training Principles and Guidelines: Part Five
    In this article Chad reviews exactly how to avoid the common mistake of over training. Weightlifting, especially in an intense program, produces tissue microtrauma. It is important to follow the right program to avoid burn out and injury.
  • Why should you strength train?

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