Exercise
Top Tips For Senior Strength Training
Strength training is very important for building and maintaining healthy muscles and joints. Most people already know the basics about repetitions and sets but there be things that you have not heard about. They can make the difference between a good workout and a great one.
As always, check with your health care professional before beginning any exercise routine.
1 – Breathe
Focus closely on your breathing. Chances are you will catch yourself holding your breath at some point during your routine. Although this can give you a bit more strength momentarily, it is not recommended for basic strength training as it can also cause your blood pressure to rise.
Make your breathing smooth and constant. Depending on your personal preference, you should either inhale or exhale on exertion and the opposite on release.
2 – Think about what you are doing
Instead of flying through your sets and just making the motions, focusing on which muscle or muscle group you are using. Feel it working and contracting. If you pay attention to each repetition you can actually get a more thorough workout.
3 – Watch the repetition each way.
Do not focus only on the exertion. Each move has two parts, the resistance where the motion is harder and the release back to your starting position which is easier. You can work your muscles both ways if you focus. To get the maximum benefit from the time you are devoting to your routine, go a bit slower on the release and you will be about to increase your workout benefit.
These three techniques can make a significant difference to what you get out of strength training.
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