Your Fitness Questions–Answered

We love hearing your questions about fitness.

 

Here are some we are asked most often. Food for thought!

Answer: Wrong! Resistance training is ESSENTIAL for everyone as we age, for many reasons that are indisputable. Humans start to lose muscle mass regularly in our 30s, and if we don’t work to build muscle, we eventually become frail and weak. That leads to balance problems, falls, broken bones, and more. Plus, lifting weights helps to keep us lean, to sleep better, and to regulate blood pressure and cholesterol.

 

A. No. A pound is a pound is a pound. BUT muscle is denser than fat and takes up less space in our bodies–about 22% less space.

 

A. No, it is not. Some discomfort might be normal when starting a new activity, but many types of pain are not–like joint pain and tendon strains. If you’re new to exercise, don’t ignore pain. Talk to a personal trainer or healthcare professional to help you distinguish between normal and concerning discomfort.

 

A. Absolutely not. We recommend two or three times a week with us to start. Health experts suggest everyone needs 150 hours a week overall of moderately strenuous cardio exercise, and at least two strength training sessions a week. You can break that up into chunks of time that fit your schedule, and you don’t have to do it all here.

 

A. Everyone is different, and it depends on your goals, but most people report that they start seeing differences within the first two to three months. Many also notice that that they start to feel better and move better within a few weeks.

 

A. Not at all. Don’t be worried by “fitness fashion” you might see in the media or in the stores. Dress comfortably in whatever you have and don’t worry about “looking good.” We just want you here and moving!

 

A. No way! Losing weight is a common goal. But don’t get too hung up on that number of the scale. There are so many more benefits. You’ll feel better, move better, and look better. If you also lose weight, that’s good, too.