This program is for anyone who would like to experience the many benefits of strength training but find it hard it to make time.
The routine takes only 20 minutes 2-3 times per week.
To get the most out of it, you will need a pair of light/medium dumbbells and one medium or heavy dumbbell or kettlebell.
I followed the programs for 4 months without needing anymore than a pair of 5kg dumbbells and a 12kg KB while making continuous progress.
The workout is designed to be done in 20 min and you only need a small space.
This was my routine out of necessity because taking care of my family is full on. I would have loved to go to the gym and spend an hour there but it just wasn't practical.
This is NOT a high intensity program but it will be good for your heart and lungs. It is a strength program because anyone can benefit from being strong. You won't build muscle like bodybuilders, but your muscle tone will improve giving you a healthy, fit look.
Being strong is one the best preventative actions you can take.
20 min only 2-3 per week is all you need.
Resistance training program
Main Focus: Making you stronger- improve muscle tone
Body parts: Full body including glutes and upper legs, shoulders and arms as well as core
Time needed: 20 min
Frequency: 2-3 times per week
Who is for: Anyone, but especially for busy people.
Do I need to combine this with cardio or other training? It is always best for health to do a wide range of type of workouts. This program can easily be combined with cardio, or especially with lean body programs like MoveFit for fat burning.
People who hate cardio often find that doing Strong in 20 gives them many of the same benefits as cardio or mixed training.
Some of the incredible health benefits of strength training:
IT KEEPS YOUR BONES STRONG AND HEALTHY
IT STAVES OFF DISEASE
IT BOOSTS METABOLISM AND FAT LOSS
IT REGULATES INSULIN AND LOWERS INFLAMMATION
IT IMPROVES POSTURE, SLEEP, MOOD AND ENERGY LEVELS
IT IMPROVES STRENGTH AND ENDURANCE
IT IMPROVES BALANCE AND REDUCES THE RISK OF FALLS
IT BOOSTS CONFIDENCE
Exercise can help to balance hormones.
