I'm not talking about developing hulking muscles. Our goal is to educate the patient about the value of strengthening the body through weightlifting. Among weightlifters, the legs are the most neglected muscles. Far too many people do little or nothing to strengthen the lower body. This is unfortunate, because the legs are truly the foundation of the body.
Strong legs make all other physical activities easier and more fun.
If you want a strong upper body, you must have a strong lower body. Countless examples have taught me that major breakthroughs in overall strength and endurance come from strengthening and conditioning the legs. Obviously, there are more intricate muscles groups in the legs, but these are the muscles most commonly known in the exercise environment. Instruct your patients that there is a potential for injury while doing any weightlifting. Overtraining can cause muscle spasms, muscle strains and possible joint sprains.