Unlike what most people think, it’s not just about building muscles so you can look ripped but there are a lot of other good health benefits in using weights:
- It increases your metabolism to help you burn more calories.
- It helps you manage chronic conditions such as obesity, heart disease, arthritis, even anxiety and depression!
- Regular strength training can sharpen your thinking and concentration skills.
BONUS BENEFIT: Strength training coupled with cardio training are the best partners. Both types of trainings are beneficial because it allows your body to build lean muscles but burn fat too - they complement each other!
Start by mixing up your cardio training with a bit of strength training even with just light weights until you feel confident enough to go heavier.
You can also try to talk to a professional coach to help guide you on the proper form and movements when playing around with weights.
With this, that’s one step you can take to living a healthier, longer, and better life. But if you want to know more about what other ways you can do this, fill in the form below and we can talk about AIA Philippines’ Total Health Solution that can hep you live better, protect better, and get better.
