For most people, weight training has nothing to do with building shoulders the size of basketballs. The truth is, very few men and even fewer women have the genetic potential to build super huge muscles. Weight training for most people is simply about staying in shape, whether that's to play better on the ball field, feel better after a long day at the office or look better in a new dress. The older we get, the more weight training has to offer. Starting in our mid-twenties, we begin to lose muscle mass, resulting in a staggering 30 to 40 percent decline in strength by age 65.
Bone density is next.
Our bones become brittle, and the older we get, the more likely we are to suffer bone fractures. Studies have proven that weight training is the perfect antidote to the loss of muscle and bone. If you're new to the weight room or haven't trained for a few years, review this list of frequently asked questions to ensure a safe, productive entry into the world of weights. Then buy a few weights to give those bars some attitude. Rep is short for repetition - the execution of a single movement.