Myth Debunker
Myth: Resistance training is bad for joints.
When performing exercises correctly, resistance movements can actually be beneficial for joints. Strengthening muscles around joints offer not only pain relief in that specific joint, but can also aid in future prevention of injuries to that joint.
Solution:
Speak to personal trainers in the Davis Center for assistance with proper exercise technique!! To schedule a personal training session, please contact Lisa Harris.
Myth: Resistance training makes people big and bulky.
Resistance training can absolutely be used to become very large and muscle-bound. However, as described above, resistance training can have many other purposes. In fact, resistance training can prove to be a major aide in weight loss.
Muscle is a very metabolically active tissue, and can be considered very ‘hungry’ relative to other types of body tissue. Since muscle is so hungry, the more muscle in the body, the more efficiently the body will burn its fat stores. Incorporating resistance movements into a weight loss routine can exponentially increase weight loss as the muscle gained will continue to increase fat burn.
Solution:
It is important to have a basic understanding of nutrition to understand this point. It requires a lot of EXTRA calories to allow resistance training to increase body mass. Consuming a well-balanced diet during a resistance-based workout regimen will allow you to lose body fat while creating a more athletic physique.
Myth: Resistance training is only beneficial for males.
This unfortunate myth could not be farther from the truth! While, this type of strength training can be an effective type of exercise for men, it can be equally as effective for females. Benefits of resistance training for both men and women besides muscular strength include gains in confidence, bone strength, increased metabolism, and joint health.
Solution:
If you are still not convinced that resistance training is beneficial for males AND females, give it a shot and see how well it can benefit you!
CAMPUS RESOURCES
Nutrition & Fitness
Have a resolution related to nutrition and fitness? Schedule a free, one-on-one consultation with the Coordinator of Nutrition and Fitness Programs. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Joyce Minogue.
Group Fitness Classes
Looking for fun fitness options? Villanova offers free, group fitness classes.
Personal Training
Need a little push to keep you motivated? Try an affordable personal training sessions at the Davis Center. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Lisa Harris.
Tobacco Cessation
Need some support to quit the habit? To quit and stay quit, contact Joyce Minogue for a free one-on-one consultation or to join a SmokeFREE group.
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