Does strength training burn calories??

Absolutely: Yes, strength training does burn calories. In some cases, very strenuous strength training can burn almost as many calories as aggressive cardiovascular exercise such as jogging/cycling etc. It is generally a good idea to discuss your exercise program with your primary doctor and to consider a professional trainer to help to tailor your regimen to you. Good luck and stay healthy!

Yes: Strength training burns calories in two ways. First, using the muscles burns up to 400 calories per hour. Second, building muscle increases your resting metabolism, so you burn more calories all day long. Hope this helps!