Don’t let these myths keep you from reaping the benefits of strength training! Lifting weights is for EVERYONE and one of the best investments you can make for your overall health and wellbeing!
- “Lifting weights will make me bulky” — this myth is common amongst women. The truth? Building significant muscle mass takes YEARS of dedicated training and nutrition. Lifting weights will help build strength, improve your body shape, and boost confidence!
- “Cardio is better for weight loss than lifting” — cardio will burn more calories during your workout, but lifting will build muscle mass. This has a metabolism boosting effect and will have greater impact on your body composition over time.
- “You shouldn’t lift weights every day” — recovery is important. But so is proper planning and being smart about your training. It is very possible to lift every day if you are paying attention to the tax on specific muscles and you are ensure proper recovery.
- “I’m too old to lift weights” — strength training is vitally important as you age. It will help with bone density, stability, and fall prevention. The latest research is showing that the number one thing that dictates life expectancy is the amount of muscle mass a person has. At Iron Legion specifically we have plenty of members that range between 60-80!
- “Heavy weights are dangerous” — poor form, not the weight itself, is what leads to injury. With proper coaching and gradual progression ensuring the technique is appropriate is extremely safe. Lifting heavy is one of the safest and most effective ways to build strength. Heavy is also a relative term and means different weight for different people.
