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Weight training allows you to train at your own pace, so you may build, strengthen and tone your body. Training with weights is a common type of strength training for men and women of all age groups. You use the force of gravity in the form of bars or stacks to oppose the force generated by muscles through concentric contraction. Training with heavy and light weights will increase bone mass, which is critical, especially as we age, because our bone mass declines and we are more prone to fractures.
You may wonder what type of exercise to begin with, but there is no reason to feel daunted - there is one basic exercise known as the king, namely the squat. The squat is a preferred mode of exercise for a number of reasons; firstly because it works a number of major muscle groups in the human body. In conjunction with your cardiovascular exercise programme you can redefine your body with a variation of strengthening squats. The squat trains your quads, hamstrings, hips, glutes, abs and lower back all in one movement. A number of repetitive squats are incredibly demanding on the body, but at the same time, a vital part of a successful training regime.
If you want to build a better body with weights, squats will transform your body tone radically. Training in this way involves shifting the body mass and muscle to increase shape, strength, size and endurance. The combinations of repetitions are for you to decide, although it may be best to begin with a low ratio of mass and then increase it once you feel stronger.
However, the squat is only one of myriad strengthening weight training exercises you can use to sculpt and redefine the contours of your body. Consult the trainer at your local gym or simply browse online resources to find the combination of exercises that works best for your particular needs. However, always remember to consult your physician before starting a demanding exercise program.
McSport sells a wide range of weight training equipment, from York cast iron plates, to York Spinlock Barbell bars, and a comprehensive Olympic “style” Hammertone plate range.