Top 5 Training Myths Women Should Know

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Jul 10, 2017 · 3 min read
  1. Weight training will make you look bulky

Women don’t have the same levels of testosterone as men (the main muscle building hormone) Therefore it takes time, patience and consistency for women to put on muscle. Initially, lifting weights will make you stronger and speed up your metabolism which is extremely beneficial for fat loss.

2. Cardio is the Best Way to Lose Fat

Yes, cardio does help when it comes to staying lean and loosing body fat, but you shouldn’t just rely on cardio. A routine that incorporates strength, HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) and LISS (Low Intensity Steady State) exercise is the best way. Remember your body adapts very quickly to exercise routines so changing up you training every 4 weeks is crucial for staying on track with your goals. We recommend at least 3 days of strength training and a couple of cardio sessions a week. Everyone is different so don’t be afraid to mix up your training to see what works best for you.

3. Do Sit Ups for Great Abs

Unfortunately you can’t spot reduce fat. If you want to lose fat from your stomach then you need to clean up your diet, lift heavy weights and incorporate cardio. Ab training is a great way to strengthen your core but it won’t burn fat from your trunk. Damn!

4. Muscle Will Turn to Fat if Not Used

Your body does not work this way. If you stop weight training your muscles will get smaller, at the same time due to lack of exercise you may gain fat which will give the illusion your muscles have turned to fat.

5 .Weight Training is Bad For Your Joints

Training with weights will strengthen your muscle which supports your joints. Therefore weight training will actually benefit your joints and improve your bone heath. As we age our bone mineral count lowers each year therefor lifting weights is crucial as we get older!

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