Do I Have to Include Weights in My Workout If I Am a Girl?
- Muscle burns fat.fitness girl 201 image by Paul Moore from Fotolia.com
Weight training increases bone density, reducing the risk of osteoporosis and improving equilibrium. It strengthens connective tissue for joint stability that prevents injuries. It helps weight loss because muscle gain burns fat faster by increasing the body's metabolic rate. - Crunches build muscle.beautiful blondie training her abs image by Olga Ekaterincheva from Fotolia.com
Aerobic exercise helps the heart beat more efficiently, while clearing arteries to reduce blood pressure and bad cholesterol. You can gain strength by adding the resistance of your own body, wind or water. Examples include crunches, pull-ups and swimming. - Weights can improve workouts.training image by S from Fotolia.com
The Medical University of South Carolina states that exercise reduces "weight, cancer incidence, heart disease, diabetes, depression, incidence of falls, and promotes both life expectancy and even cognitive function." While girls don't have to use weights, strength training can improve the efficiency and quality of workouts.
