01-14-22, 05:14 PM | |
Join Date: Jun 2006
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I prefer strength-based workouts because they are the only way I've seen a visible difference in my body. I get definition in my arms, and I was able to add a little to my narrower shoulders. The strength workouts I do increase my heart rate anyway because they have short rest periods (and you can really get your heart pumping with a heavier weight and reverse lunges, for instance). A bit of muscle gives the skin something to hang on, haha! I'm never going to build big muscles as that's not my body type, but I like seeing lean definition.
Also, strength workouts make me feel strong for my everyday life experiences. They give me confidence, both externally and internally. While I definitely do cardio, if I were short on time, I would pick a strength workout over cardio.
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01-15-22, 11:50 AM | |
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Join Date: May 2002
Location: Connecticut
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Strength workouts always gave me the best results. It's a good idea to stay off the scale as your body adjusts. I can be the same weight when I'm regularly working out with weights and during phases when I slack off, but when weight training my clothes fit dramatically differently.
It's very good for stress, too. Good luck and enjoy your TBP workouts! |
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