Weight training for women – why the hype?

Why the Hype? Let's talk about all the benefits of weight training on women's health.

Strength training to build muscle

Lifting weights will increase lean muscle mass and this is key to sculpting a women’s physique. If you are looking to tone and add definition to your body this training is ideal for you. Start with Dumbbells and Resistance Machines, slowly progressing to the Barbells. At Better Gym Teddington we have highly qualified Fitness Instructors on hand and happy to help at any time. We also run a Power Pump class, a full body strength class ideal for all levels. Perfect your technique and workout in a fun and friendly group class environment.

Improve confidence

Strength training can add a huge boost to self confidence levels, by challenging your body and learning to love your body for what it can do. Hitting a new Personal Best, performing movements patterns better can be unbelievable rewarding and leave you with a spring in your step.

Strengthen joints, increases bone density and heart health

Regular strength training improves the range of motion of your muscles, ligaments and tendons and can help reduce your risk of injury. As well as this, building strength can also target and correct muscle imbalances. Adding weight baring exercises to your workout also results in stronger and denser bones reducing your risk of osteoporosis. Improvements to cardiovascular health and the way in which your body regulates blood sugar are also seen with this type of training style.

Boost your mood

Getting into the gym and weight training will instantly lift your mood. It also does wonders for mental health by reducing stress and anxiety. You will always feel one hundred percent better leaving the gym then when you stepped in and with an endorphin feel good boost.

So what are you waiting for ladies book your class book your class today or speak to on of our Fitness instructors today!