W.D.H.S. P.E.
BENEFITS OF STRENGTH/WEIGHT TRAINING
- Helps to lower cholesterol and blood pressure; helps to reduce the risk of heart disease
- Enhances sport and exercise performance
- Increases balance, stability
- Increases metabolic rate helping you burn calories faster
- Maintains bone density; reduces risk of osteoporosis
- Increases muscular strength, endurance, and power
- Helps to prevent injury to muscles and bones
- Aids in speedier recovery from injury
- Helps one age gracefully
- Helps one feel and look better
- Improves self-esteem and self-confidence
- Improves quality of life
WEIGHT TRAINING GUIDELINES
- Concentrate on your technique
- No "horse play"
- Take care of equipment
- Use spotters where required
- Avoid sudden movements; lifting should be done in a controlled manner
- NEVER compete with anyone other than yourself
- Don't forget to BREATHE!
MUSCLE GROUPS
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List Of Exercises