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Strength: Why Train for Strength?
Strength training (or resistance training) means working your muscles against resistance. Weights, machines, bands and your own bodyweight all count.
Over time, your body adapts to the challenge, becoming stronger, more efficient and more functional.
Strength keeps you capable for life
A lot of the conversation around strength training is about appearance. That's a small part of it. The bigger reasons are about how well your body works for you, day to day and over the years.
Being stronger makes the physical parts of everyday life easier. Carrying the shopping in, lifting your kids, moving furniture, getting up off the floor.
Ageing well
Most people want to stay active, independent and comfortable as they get older. Strength doesn't look after itself, though. Training is how you hold onto it, so the everyday things you rely on stay easy.
Fewer aches and strains
Strength work benefits more than just your muscles. Your whole body becomes more robust as a result. That helps protect you from the aches and injuries that come with everyday strain.
Whether you're lifting something awkward, on your feet all day or playing sport at the weekend, a stronger body copes better. Strength work is often part of coming back from an injury too, with the right guidance.
Strength training is for anyone who wants their body to work well for them, now and as they get older.
General information, not medical advice. If you've an existing condition or injury, or you're unsure about starting something new, speak to a qualified professional first.
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