
Benefits of Weightlifting
1. Physical Capacity - In the most simplistic terms, weight training increases the strength of the body's muscles and connective tissues. This allows you to perform more work or work harder, and expend energy. This is what Physical Capacity means when referring to exercise and it can be further broken down by muscular strength and endurance. Muscular Strength Definition - When it comes to weightlifting muscular strength is defined as the ability of a muscle or muscle group to exert maximum force against resistance for a single contraction or rep.¹ Muscular Endurance Definition - The ability of a muscle or group of muscle to exert sub-maximal force for extended periods of time.¹ 2. Body Composition and Aestethics - In the fitness industry your body composition refers to the percentage of bone, muscle, organs, skin, water, connective tissue, and fat. When people refer to "getting leaner"