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Myth #1 Women Can't Get Strong
Women can and have the potential of developing muscular fitness -
especially in their upper bodies.
Myth #2 Weight Training Isn't Feminine
Whether you are male or female, proper
weight training can improve your physical and mental health. Firm,
shaped muscles will help you look and feel better about yourself
Myth #3 Weight Training = Bulky Muscles
Women on the whole do no have the genetic potential to develop
large muscles because they don't have enough of the testosterone hormone to develop
bulk.
Myth #4 Weight Training Makes You Muscle-Bound
Becoming muscle-bound indicates no flexibility.
With proper weight training, (using a full range of motion) lifting
weights keeps muscles loose giving you more flexibility.
Myth #5 More Is Better
The quality of your workout is much more important than the
quantity of time you spend.
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Myth #6 No Pain, No Gain
Some soreness in the muscle area is to be expected to produce
results without exposing you to unreasonable risk of injury. You may feel discomfort,
not pain.
Myth #7 If You Stop Training, Muscles Turn To Fat.
It is physiologically impossible for muscle
to turn to fat. They
can't change from one tissue to another. However, when a muscle
is not used it will atrophy.
Myth #8 Weight Training Is For Young People
It is never too late to start a weight
training program, young
or old. Women of all
ages can experience the
many benefits associated with strength training such as increased
bone density, increase lean muscle mass, plus look and feel better
about yourself.
Myth #9 Rigorous Weight Training Gets Rid Of Body Fat.
Weight training shapes and firms your muscles,
increasing lean muscle mass overall; but it does not burn away
fat.
Myth #10 Weight Training Can't Be Fun.
"Different Strokes for different folks." Become informed and
decide on what weight training program works best for you. A proper program can be
enjoyable and give you great results. |
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