Many women default to cardio for fitness. And while cardiovascular exercise has its benefits, it’s only one piece of the puzzle. If your goal as a woman is weight loss and improved health, resistance training needs to be part of your routine. Here are eight benefits of weight lifting for women. You’ll Burn More Fat […]
If you want to build muscle, you lift weights. But what if you want to boost bone density, improve balance and stability, build confidence, and sleep better? Then you should also lift weights. That’s because strength training builds so much more than muscle. And that’s true no matter how old you are. Building Strong Muscles […]
If you could improve your balance, strengthen your bones, get better sleep, help your heart, and look and feel better, would you be skeptical? It’s not a magic pill – this is what happens with regular strength training. Some people find the idea of strength training intimidating, or assume you need some base level of fitness […]
Fitness is a journey, it’s said. And it’s true. There is no final destination, but there should be signs along the way that speak to the progress you’re making. But how do you know if you’d benefit from the guidance of an expert? Simple. Here are four signs a personal trainer, like the professionals at Framework Personal […]
We love studies like this! Duke University just released results from a study that underscores the real value of fitness. And it isn’t a firmer physique today. The big takeaway? The legacy effects from even moderate exercise that people enjoy decades later. Science Says… The study was a follow up to a five-year study that looked […]
If you’re making time for fitness a few times a week, watching your diet, getting enough sleep, and drinking your water, it can be frustrating when you don’t see the progress you’re hoping for. But it’s surprisingly easy to undermine yourself with bad habits that you don’t actually realize are so troublesome. It’s wonderful to […]
Study after study makes definitive links to strength training and improved health for older adults. Even people who have been sedentary for years can see significant improvements not only in strength, but in other aspects of their overall health and wellness – it really is never too late to start. But the biggest benefit of strength […]
Senior citizens seeking personal trainers is a growing trend across the country and right here in Reno, Nevada. And it’s a great idea! As we age, we decline physically. That loss of balance, strength, endurance, and coordination increases the risk of injury and leads to lowered levels of independence and quality of life. The antidote? Exercise! Here’s […]
We all know that fitness is important. But how bad, really, are our sedentary lifestyles? The journal JAMA Network published the findings of a recent study that tells us in no uncertain terms – and it isn’t pretty. According to the study, leading a sedentary lifestyle is probably worse for your health than a smoking habit and actually on par with having a serious […]
While those enjoying their golden years may not have the energy and stamina of their youth, they still benefit from regular resistance training. In fact, here are seven reasons that show just how well seniors respond to strength training. Strength Training for Seniors Regular exercise with a certified personal trainer is a safe and highly beneficial activity […]