Comments on: Add Strength Training to Your Workout! Our Great, Great Grandmothers Strength Trained.

By: EinZ

EinZ — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 03:38:17 +0000

That was the real secret about our ancestors health. Weight training is a routine for them even though they not go to gym. I think this post explains a lot of good things about strength training. We need to try it to get its benefits. It is a very interesting post. Thank you.

By: Fertilehealthy » Blog Archive » Sunny Side Up

Fertilehealthy » Blog Archive » Sunny Side Up — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 14:01:49 +0000

[...] Go Workout Mom is starting a series of posts on strength training. I am all ears (or eyes, or that matter), because that’s something that I find rather intimidating at present. I just don’t quite know where to start. Read about how our great grandmothers trained! [...]

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Mon, 08 Jun 2009 02:10:17 +0000

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By: Diet Blog

Diet Blog — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 18:06:22 +0000

Great post! It is so true that our lifestyles used to be so much different. We used to have to exercise all day, everyday just to get work done and survive. Nowadays, you could just sit on the couch watching TV and ordering Pizzas. We need to reinvent our lifestyles to include strength training. I’m sure it would make everyone’s lives better.

By: Never the Same River Twice

Never the Same River Twice — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 15:52:31 +0000

Cindy, I definitely enjoy weight training and would like to hear your take on it. I currently do a lot of circuit training and occasionally supersets. If you're interested, you can read a bit about my routine here. Trust me ladies, unless you are genetically... unusual you will NOT get huge lifting weights without ingesting massive amounts of steroids. What you will get is a faster metabolism, greater range of motion, and probably even increased self confidence.

By: Cindy

Cindy — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 02:32:03 +0000

Hi Hanlie, Yes! One of the many, many benefits of weight training which is coming up in the next article.

Hi Grumpy Chair, I can see where it might be said to really focus on strength training as you get closer to your goal weight. Especially for someone that’s used cardio and the body has adjusted itself to the routine. The addition of Strength training will be something new to the body and a great kick start to another decrease in fat. Plus, strength training kicks up your metabolism and works double duty for you.

Thank you Diana. You’re always so encouraging. Studies show that senior and young adults are equally benefiting from strength training.

Carol, I am completely with you. I’ve been here for quite sometime. It’s why I really try not to focus on the scale and to watch the inches!

Thank you Georgie Girl! I will definitely cover all your questions. The quick answer for Pilates is that it requires quite a bit of core strength and helps lengthening. It really is a great combination of body resistance/flexibility training. Nope, weights aren’t always involved. Static holds are also great for your muscles and all it requires is your body weight. But as you strengthen your muscles, you might find yourself wanting to add more resistance in the form of weights. Bands are a method of strength training.

What a wonderful response ladies. I plan on having the Benefits out by Thursday! Thank you for stopping by and helping me build upon the upcoming posts.

By: GeorgieGirl

GeorgieGirl — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 07:09:56 +0000

What a great post! I have wondered about the hardships my great grandmother’s experienced. I absolutely hate to camp… in a fully equiped cabin. But when we are out there, and I’m done whining about how much I hate it, I’ll sometimes think to myself… this is way better than our ancestors had it in their daily lives.

I have questions! Does pilates count as strength training? Are weights always involved? I’ve been using bands. The bands are like fishing tube with handles on them… I’m sure you know what I’m talking about. I can’t recall the brand or the workout instructor on the video. Is that a form of strength training? I’m a total beginner when it comes to the strength training part of my workout.

I can’t wait to hear more on this subject!

By: Carol

Carol — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 14:52:39 +0000

Amen! What a wonderful post! I’ve been lifting weights on and off my whole life and I love it! I belonged to two gyms and yes I went regularly. But I just moved to SC and there are no gyms or health clubs around here. (unless you count the “He-man” gyms with freeweights which I don’t like plus they’re extremely overpriced.

I noticed when I was lifting, the fat came off much more slowly but my overall body was changing – more shape, definition, and overall symmetry. The best recipe for success if some kind of weight training, cardio, and healthy diet.

By: Diana the Scale Junkie

Diana the Scale Junkie — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 12:37:43 +0000

Excellent post! I’m so interested in strength training. I started following a program I found the the CDC site, Strength Training For Older Adults. I’m not “older” but morbidly obese and they were at a pace I could follow and I’ve built up from there. Thank you so much for taking the time to write such an intriguing post to stimulate interest in strength training!

By: Grumpy Chair

Grumpy Chair — Sun, 03 Feb 2008 17:09:05 +0000

Now I know why my maid is in such great shape! Ha – I kid I am the maid and in horrible shape.

I still need to lose 40 pounds, and have heard it is best to lift weights when you are closer to your goal weight. What is your thoughts on that?