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Weight lifting

Weight lifting refers to the activity of lifting weights, or using resistance bands, pulley systems, or similar resistance apparatus to increase muscle mass or to tone the body. This can either be done competitively or as a conditioning and strengthening exercise.
Dr. Jason Marchetti
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Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 22 years experience
How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

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