Weight lifting: A win-win for all women
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Weight lifting is not just for young women. It is encouraged and strongly advised that even older women in their seventies and up can gain significant strength improvements through weight training.
Read MoreStrength: more than muscles
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Many reps of light weights, or fewer reps of heavier weights? Both camps have their adherents, as well they might, since researchers have found evidence that lifting more repetitions of lighter weight can build muscle mass just as well as fewer reps of heavier weight
Read MoreHere’s why everyone should lift weights
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We see the images of sculpted, finely chiseled bodies on websites or TV. The effort of taking the time to lift weights achieving the body they clamor for. We admire their dedication to turning their bodies into works of art, but most of us believe that weight lifting is mainly meant for the young or for athletes competing against one another.
Read MoreThe Dangers of Anabolic Steroids
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Steroids have been around, in some fashion, since the 1930s, when scientists created a synthetic form of testosterone to help treat men who were unable to produce enough of the hormone for normal growth, development, and sexual functioning. In the Second World War, additional experimentation showed the value of artificial testosterone in helping malnourished soldiers gain weight and improve performance overall.
Read MoreMistakes men make when first working out
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For men, establishing and then maintaining a routine consistent workout can be challenging. Whether a guy decides to get in shape to lose weight or for better overall health, he needs to avoid some common workout mistakes that could derail his efforts in achieving his goals.
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