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Strength Training Basics: Part I
Strength and muscle development are fundamental elements in any exercise program. Learn proper techniques to improve performance and prevent injury.
Misconceptions, myths, and misunderstandings abound in regard to strength training. There is a huge attrition rate among those starting a strength training program primarily because most people are not taught the principles essential for a safe and effective program.
This article is part one of a five part series discussing the very important guidelines of a proper strength training program. The series will cover the following topics in detail: - Methods of warming-up, stretching, and cooling-down (Part I)
- How to force blood to your muscles and proper lifting speed (Part II)
- Proper lifting technique, exercise sequence, and repetitions (Part III)
- Relationship between resistance and repetitions, and progressive resistance (Part IV)
- Avoiding overtraining and maintaining your strength training program (Part V)
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