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Strength Training - Is It a Part of Your Workout?

Posted on Mar 24th 2009 11:00AM by Maggie Vink

Filed Under: Your Turn, Fitness

Here at That's Fit, we're constantly telling you what we think about things, but sometimes it's nice to know what you think. So from time to time, we'll ask you a question. Don't be afraid to speak up -- we love feedback.

When you think of working out, what does that entail? Going for a run? Visiting the gym? Following along with a fitness DVD? Whatever your favorite activities are, the best workout routines are those that are well-rounded. I know that I love cardio workouts. There's something about huffing and puffing at the end of a routine that makes me feel like I really accomplished something. But I know how important -- and effective -- strength training is for my body. So I wonder ... is strength training a part of your workout?

How often do you include strength training in your workout?
I include strength training at every workout.	25 (16.2%)
I strength train more than 3 times each week.	47 (30.5%)
I include strength training 1-3 times each week.	68 (44.2%)
I rarely include strength training in my workout.	14 (9.1%)

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JJ 3-24-2009 @ 11:25PM

I love strength training. There's a weird high I get from lifting weights and feeling strong. I don't understand why more women don't strength train.

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marion 5-22-2009 @ 1:21AM

strength training is very good for the people who are thinking to workout this will make your body more Stretchable and one can easily loose their weight.

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marion 5-22-2009 @ 1:25AM

strength training is very good for the people who are thinking for workout they can easily loose their weight by this and their body will become more stretchable by this training.

Marion Barrett
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