Benefits of Fitness + Strength Training

Benefits of Fitness:

The benefits of regular exercise are undeniable, wide and varied. Physical fitness is proven to fight chronic diseases, help manage weight, improve mood, decrease risk of injury, increase quality of life and much more.
  • Increase energy levels
  • Lowers blood pressure
  • Improves insulin sensitivity which improves blood sugar control
  • Improves blood triglyceride and cholesterol levels
  • Reduces body fat
  • Increases heart health
  • Decreases systolic blood pressure
  • Stimulates bone growth
  • ​Improves digestion​
  • ​Decreases musculoskeletal injuries
  • Increases muscular strength
  • Improves range of motion
  • Improves coordination
  • Improves balance
  • Improves carbohydrate and fat metabolism
  • Improves mental focus
  • Reduces stress and anxiety
  • Improve sleep
  • Enhances mental outlook and self-esteem
The CDC (Centers for Disease Control & Prevention) cites numerous studies and research that confirm the many benefits of physical activity.  Exercise is also great for cognitive health; click here for more on brain health.

Benefits of Strength Training:
Increases:
  • Muscular strength
  • Muscular endurance
  • Muscular power
  • Balance and coordination
  • Flexibility
  • Lean body mass (muscle)
  • Lifespan (grip strength: 2015 Lancet study, lean muscle mass: 2017 Current Opinion in Clinical Nutrition & Metabolic Care study)
  • Cognitive function (brain health)​
  • Bone mineral density (strength) and bone quality​​
  • Tendon and ligament strength
  • Metabolism (metabolic efficiency, increases resting metabolic rate)
  • Insulin sensitivity (glucose metabolism, blood sugar regulation; increased glucose uptake)​
  • Gastrointestinal transit speed (reduced risk of colon cancer)
  • Psychological well-being (confidence, self-esteem, body image, mood)
  • Energy​
Improves:
  • Posture
  • Cardiovascular fitness
  • Body composition
  • Functional ability (activities of daily living)
  • Blood pressure (decreases resting systolic)​
  • Heart health
  • Blood lipid profile (cholesterol levels)
  • Hormone health
  • Focus and concentration
  • Sleep (therefore, decision making)​
Decreases:
  • Sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss)
  • Risk of injury during physical activities
  • Chronic pain, including back and arthritis pain
  • Risk of diabetes
  • Rik of cardiovascular disease​
  • ​Risk of metabolic syndrome
  • Blood pressure
  • Body fat (muscle burns fat while at rest!)
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Depression