To Build Muscle, Lift Lighter Weights: This Week on AOL Health

New research suggests that if you want to build muscle, it's all about light weight training.

A study found that people saw better results when they pushed their muscles to the limit doing more reps with lighter weights to achieve muscle fatigue, rather than using heavier weights for less reps.

Fitness expert Dr. Pamela Peeke told AOL Health that using heavy weights actually poses a greater risk for injury.

"People end up with ligament tears and joint inflammation," she said. "You have to be very careful because certain parts of human body are much more susceptible for joint injuries."

Learn more about this study and about finding your own fitness professional at AOL Health.

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