Strengthening Your Body

People of all ages and abilities can get important health benefits by doing regular strength training.
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Benefits of strength training activities include:

• Plays a factor to development and maintenance of strong bones
• Controls weight and obesity
• Helps to reduce the risk of injury
• Improves your mental health and overall well-being
• Can lead to longer periods of sleep
• Can help the management of chronic conditions, such as osteoporosis and diabetes.

Activities such as push-ups, stair-walking, lunges, resistance bands and squats are simple and easy ways to improve your muscle tone and overall health and fitness. These, and many other strength training, can be done at home, at a gym and with or without equipment.

Before trying a new exercise or a new exercise equipment, consult a physiotherapist or do research on how to correctly do the exercise or use the equipment. It is beneficial to consult a physiotherapist before starting any exercise routine.

It is important to be aware of your current fitness level before starting any strength training program in order to avoid muscle soreness and injuries. Slowly and gradually increase reps, resistance and intensity overtime and remember to always warm up before beginning.