Strength Training Exercises and
Tips for Strength Training Workouts

Frequency – Two days a week of strength training exercises can be just as effective as a five-day routine. The most important consideration is how often you train muscles. Full body strength training exercises can be done 3 times a week but should include fewer exercises per workout. Strength training programs that include 2-3 body parts can include more exercises but should be done less often. This allows your body enough time to recover leading to improved performance.

Intensity - Challenging your body by utilizing proper form, adequate weight, and the right number of reps, is crucial in transforming your body. This doesn't mean you have to use heavy weights or perform 100 reps to make a difference, but you should experience some degree of difficulty each time you perform strength training workouts to force your muscles to grow.

Time - There is a common misconception that in order to get results you need to do weight lifting workouts for hours at a time. In reality a 45-60 minute strength training program is enough for most individuals. In fact, routines of strength training exercises that last longer than 60 minutes can actually break down muscle and cause injuries.

Think quality vs. quantity.
Type - Whether you're looking to reduce the size of your thighs, or lose the love handles, it's important to include all types of exercises for all body parts in your weight training workouts. Building muscle all over prevents imbalances, which lead to injuries. It also creates a more proportioned look, and burns fat faster. You should also use different types of resistance such as weights, or manual resistance. This leads to faster strength gains and quicker results.

Keep these factors in mind when planning your home workout and strength training exercises and you'll be well on your way to a leaner, fit physique. The only thing left to do is determine your equipment needs.

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A well-rounded home workout strength training program requires very little equipment. You can use your bodyweight, and a combination of dumbbells, resistance bands, stability ball, and body bar to maximize your results. All this equipment can be purchased for around $100, which allows you to spend your dollars on what really counts.

Read up on cardio training and flexibility as well.

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