Strength Training Workouts

The workouts, which are done by using resistance to build muscles and strength, are known as strength training workouts. Weightlifting is the most common form of strength training exercises. Different types of weights are used for the same. The commonly used weights are the machine weights and free weights. Bodyweight exercises also make for very effective strength training exercises. Along with the body weight exercise routines, the exercise ball workouts and resistance band exercises can also be included in these workouts. Not only are they effective, but also offer great variation from the regular gym workouts for strength.

Now coming to the benefits of strength training workouts. Strength training helps women to get a toned look. The arms, thighs, buttocks and stomach look well built. These workouts make a person stronger and give more energy. With regular strength training, women stay lean. Strength training regularly helps men to get bigger and defined muscles. These exercises help in improving athletic performance. They not only boost metabolism, but also are of great help in burning fat as well.

Strength Training Workouts

Strength training involves working the large muscle groups in the body. There are four main principles, which need to be followed, when one is strength training at home or at the gym. They are simplify the exercises, increase the weights used as you decrease the number of repetitions, rest between two sets and between exercise days, last but certainly not the least test your progress. When you are doing strength training, your workout routine should not be full of a number of exercises. One can include 5 to 7 exercises in their routine. When we talk about endurance strength training, we should always increase the weights used and decrease the repetitions. More number of repetitions does not necessarily help in building strength. Most gyms recommend no gap between two exercises or two sets of the same exercise. However, this is not correct. It is important that the body gets some time to recuperate. At the same time, if you are into strength training, then it is not advised that you go to the gym everyday. It is best to do the workouts on alternate days. Regularly test the max weight you can use. It can be done once every 6 to 8 weeks.

The strength training for runners or for football and baseball players do not differ very much from one another. It is important to choose the right exercises for these strength training routines. It is important to note, that the strength training routines, often do not consist of the core strength training exercises. Therefore, you may want to include them in your workout.

... for Men
This is a sample workout. You can include the exercises in the workout as per your liking. When you are starting strength routine, then you can reduce the number of sets. Eventually, when you get used to the workout, then you can increase the number of sets.

Name of the Exercise	Number of Sets	Number of Repetitions
Squats	4 to 6 sets	6 to 8 repetitions
Bench Press	3 to 4 sets	5 to 6 repetitions
Good Morning Exercise	4 to 5 sets	3 to 4 repetitions
Tricep Extension	3 to 4 sets	5 to 6 repetitions
Push Ups	4 to 5 sets	5 to 7 repetitions
Sit Ups	3 to 4 sets	7 to 9 repetitions

... for Women
There is a misconception, that strength training for women makes them become big and bulky. As I have previously mentioned, the strength training exercises for women make them leaner and give them a toned look. It is important to note, that this is a sample workout routine. You can make changes to this routine according to your needs.

Name of the Exercise	Number of Sets	Number of Repetitions
Squats	3 to 4 sets	5 to 6 repetitions
Lunges	3 to 4 sets	5 to 6 repetitions
Hammer Curls	2 to 3 sets	4 to 5 repetitions
Tricep Extensions	2 to 3 sets	5 to 6 repetitions
Bridge Pose	3 to 4 sets	4 to 5 repetitions

One can do strength train with or without weights. It is important to note that strength training without weights give as much result as the workouts with weights. You will have to increase the number of sets and repetitions for the same. At the same time, you may want to consider working out with a resistance band and stability balls, for better results.