(High Intensity Strength Training) may not be for everyone. It requires focus and determination, but its safety lies in the fact that you have safer positioning in the machines, the slow movements insure joint protection and injury prevention and a knowledgeable “coach”.
Dr. McDuff the author of “Body by Science” the research basis for the program I will be using. For more information see his website by clicking on the picture.
High intensity strength training is the safest and most effective exercise protocol for improving:
- resting metabolic rate
- glucose metabolism
- insulin sensitivity
- body composition
- cholesterol levels
- blood pressure
- bone mineral density
- symptoms of arthritis
- lower-back pain
- and enhancing flexibility
By using a proper science-based approach to exercise you can be on your way to achieving the following in as little as 12 minutes a week:
- Build muscle size and strength
- Optimize cardiovascular health
- Ramp up your metabolism
- Lower cholesterol
- Increase insulin sensitivity
- Improve flexibility
- Manage arthritis and chronic back pain
- Build bone density
- Reduce your risk for diabetes, cancer, heart attack, and more