Weights To Lose Weight

Strength Training plays an important role in ridding the body of extra weight. Sure, aerobic exercise burns calories, but the body’s metabolism quickly returns to pre exercise levels, usually within 30 minutes or so. Resistance training leads to increased calorie burning for up to two hours after the workout is over.

Unfortunately, because weight training often results in a corresponding increase in weight due to increased muscle mass, many women abandon their strength training efforts, opting instead for strictly cardiovascular activities. However, researchers suggest combining aerobic exercise with regular strength training for maximum benefit.