Muscle
is
metabolically
active
tissue. In
other words,
the more
muscle mass
you have,
the more
calories you
burn even
when you're
not working
out because
it
requires
more
calories for
energy and
recovery.
Those who
weight train
regularly
will
increase
their
metabolism,
or the rate
at which
your body
uses
calories. A
pound of
muscle will
burn an
average of
20-30
additional
calories per
day during
normal
activities
such as
sitting at
your office
desk or
sleeping at
night.
Disease & Disorders
If you are diabetic, weight lifting will improve glucose metabolism in the muscle, which helps control insulin (the hormone that regulates blood sugar) & prevent insulin resistance.
For those with Osteoporosis, weight training and proper diet will slow or even prevent the onset of this condition by increasing bone mineral density.
Decreased heart rate & blood pressure are also health benefits of a strength program.
Disease & Disorders
If you are diabetic, weight lifting will improve glucose metabolism in the muscle, which helps control insulin (the hormone that regulates blood sugar) & prevent insulin resistance.
For those with Osteoporosis, weight training and proper diet will slow or even prevent the onset of this condition by increasing bone mineral density.
Decreased heart rate & blood pressure are also health benefits of a strength program.
