Weight Training for Women
According to Wayne Westcott, Ph. D. (www.healthy.net), women who do no strength training lose about 5 pounds of muscle every decade of their adult life. The result is a lower metabolism and a gradual increase in fat weight (about 15 pounds per decade), as well as a less fit, firm and attractive appearance. Women who start strength training typically lose twice as much fat as they gain muscle. So, rather than “bulking up” as some women fear, in most cases the added muscle simply replaces the muscle previously lost through lack of use.
For more information about effective strength training for women, I recommend Mike Geary, certified nutrition specialist and certified personal trainer.
