"Would lifting weights make me look manly" ?? Women often ask
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by A Alonge
4y ago
Weight training is a form of physical training that involves lifting weights with the aim of developing strength and size of the skeletal muscles. It utilises the force of gravity in the form of weighted bars, dumbbells and other specialised equipment in order to oppose the force generated by muscle through contraction.  Men VS Women  Men and women are built differently in general . Males do build muscle faster than females do and also more dense muscles. This is because males naturally have more testosterone (a male hormone) that helps to form muscle. It takes females a lot more time and effo ..read more
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Bodybuilding/Weight training effects on Wellness & Mental Health
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by A Alonge
4y ago
Bodybuilding is a use of progressive exercise and diet to control and develop ones musculature and for aesthetic purposes. Weight training is a form of bodybuilding and is strength training that involves lifting weights for developing the strength and size of the skeletal muscles. It utilises the force of gravity in the form of weighted bars, dumbbells and weight stacks in order to oppose the force generated by the muscles through contraction.  It involves a manipulation of a number of repetitions also known as reps, sets, tempo, exercise types and weight moved to cause a desired increase in s ..read more
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BodyBuilding Vs Weight Loss vs Wellness ..
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by Jay O Alonge
4y ago
Bodybuilding is the process of performing progressive resistance and weight training exercises to break down muscle fibre which eventually repairs, strengthens and enlarges the muscles of the body. With bodybuilding , a lot of weight training is involved, individual body parts are targeted and trained with the aim of building muscle in those areas . Together with a high protein diet which also involves some carbs, healthy fats, vitamins, vegetables and a well balanced diet for optimal muscle growth.  Weight Loss training involves an effective mix of strength and endurance exercises along with ..read more
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Yoga Vs Pilates ... Which is best for you?
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by Jay O Alonge
4y ago
Yoga focuses on improving the flexibility in the joints. It's seen to be more therapeutic as it's a way to find mental harmony , promotes relaxation and reduces stress. In this case creates of a connection with the mind, body and spirit to find a balance . It involves body weight resistance and holding various positions on a "Yoga Mat" for a certain period of time . Pilates on the other hand focuses on trying to relax muscles which are tense and provide strengthening of the numerous muscles of the body.  Although also performed a similar exercise mat "yoga mat" with hardly any difference. I ..read more
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