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Inefficiency . Cardio vs. Weights . part V
September 30, 2012 In addition to the biochemical benefits of weight training we talked about last week, a functional strength-training program also keeps you operating at maximal inefficiency. That is better than it sounds! The problem with many repetitive exercise programs is that they require progressively less energy the more you do them. That’s partly […]
Healthy Hormones . Cardio vs. Weights . part IV
September 23, 2012 You can’t necessarily see all the benefits of strength training in the mirror, but you will definitely feel them! One reason: Regular, weight and resistance training can have a dramatic effect on your endocrine (or hormonal) system, which manages energy, mood and other components of your well-being. Hormones also regulate your body’s […]
SET DOWN TRAIN
September 16, 2012 Since it is the start of football seasion, I thought we would take a break from our current topic ‘Cardio vs. Weights’ and celebrate the Season … Football Season! Can’t you hear it? ‘Are you ready for some football?’ Love it! As much as I enjoyed watching the Bronco’s win last Sunday, my […]
Muscles and Metabolism . Cardio vs. Weights . part III
September 9, 2012 With all the focus on the benefits of weights, I don’t want to leave you with the impression cardio has no benefits. Aerobic activity is great for your heart and lungs. For many, it can be a meditative way to clear the mind, blow off stress and get in touch with nature. […]
Rev It Up . Cardio vs. Weights . part II
September 2,2012 “If you want to lose fat,” says Alwyn Cosgrove, CSCS, “your No. 1 priority in the gym should be metabolic resistance training.” As in, you should lift weights. Hold up – lifting weights to get smaller instead of bigger? Metabolic resistance training (lifting weights), says Cosgrove, coauthor of The New Rules for Lifting […]
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