Question 1

is it true that training strength with a fitness programme, can be dangerous for you heart in the long term?

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No: A combination with aerobic and anaerobic excessive is good for you. Muscle mass will increase your metabolic rate.  You need to consult your physician before and avoid drugs to enhance muscle mass like anabolic steroids. I personally weight lift 45 minutes 4 times a week.

Question 2

do you think it's a good idea to combine krav maga training with strength training?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it's ok: Yes, it works ok.  I've done it myself.  Remember to give your body plenty of time, hydration, and calories to recover between sessions.

Question 3

how can strength training benefit you?

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In many ways.: Weight is not the issue.  It is all about leaness, strength and tone. Your bodies metabolism will be higher with more muscle mass. This is given to you by strength traing.  So weigh the same, but put onosis. Plus, you will look better, both in your mirror a nd the eyes of others.Muscle and lose fat. Plus, it prevents osteopororosis.  The list is endless.

Question 4

what is functional strength training about?

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Getting results.: /strength over show.  Look at weightlifters vs bodybuilders.  Who are the strongest.  Who are steroid-puffed up creatures.  So you have one of the two answers for "functional" strength training.  The other is sports or activity related resistance exercise, specifically designed for competition in a given sport.  The exercise for a rower RAE inappropriate for a distance runner.

Question 5

can you give me some strength training tips?

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Resistance: Strength training requires proper technique to avoid injury.

Question 6

do all women need strength training exercises?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Weight is not the issue.  It is all about leaness, strength and tone. Your bodies metabolism will be higher with more muscle mass. This is given to you by strength traing.  So weigh the same, but put on muscle and lose fat. Plus, it prevents osteoporosis.

Question 7

how many reps should i do strength training per day?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It depends on your goal.  If you are looking to tone your muscles, lower weight and higher rep such as 2-3 sets of 12-15 reps is generally recommended.  If your goal is to enlarge the muscles, higher weight with lower rep such as 2-3 sets of 6-8 is generally recommended.

Question 8

what is the most effective strength training program?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Strength training can be maintenance of muscle mass as well as increase in muscle mass.  The best way to increase muscle is to do free weights slowly in a controlled manner, adding weights with each set and working different groups on different days.  Do a cardio work out before to increase the work out challenge if you are advanced.  You will also need protein to help build muscle.

Question 9

is it okay to do  strength training help me lose fat?

Accepted Answer

Add cardio.: Strength training will not help you lose too much fat.  Add cardiovascular exercise to,your routine to make your strength training more effective and to add the fat burning benefit.

Question 10

how do i combine interval, cross and strength training?

Accepted Answer

Staging: You are wise to combine these various types of training and conditioning.  Your muscles get used to the same thing every time.  You will maximize your improvement by constantly changing how you exercise.  Don't do the same thing for more than 3 weeks without introducing change.

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