Not Excited About Lifting Weights? Just Do One Set

Not Excited About Lifting Weights? Just Do One Set By Paige Waehner  A lot of my clients don't like lifting weights.  I know this because they say things like, "I really hate lifting weights," and "If you weren't here, I totally wouldn't do any of these exercises." Many of us have workouts we prefer and I'm happy if you're just doing anything.  But...there's always a but, isn't there?  But, lifting weights is so important, especially as we get older.  It's the one thing that can preserve your muscle mass and keep you healthy and strong as you age. If you hate strength training, I have good news.  You can choose one-set training for shorter, more efficient workouts.  Here's how to do it right. One Set vs. Multiple Set Training - Which is Best?   You often hear that you need to do 2-3 sets of strength training exercises and that's usually what I recommend, but if you're a beginner, one set may be all you need. READ NOW 10 Reasons to Lift Weights  You know you need to lift weights, but do you know all the great things it does for you?  If you need some motivation, check out the reason you need to pick up some weights and start lifting todayl READ NOW Getting Started with Strength Training   Though your mind may be ready to plunge into a weight loss program, your body isn't. One of the biggest mistakes beginners make is doing too much too soon. If you've ever done that, you probably spent a miserable week trying to move without actually using any muscles.  READ NOW Easy Beginner Strength Workout  New to strength training?  This is where you start to work all of your muscle groups in a safe, effective way.  This is the perfect place to start with simple, classic exercises. READ NOW Advertisement READ THESE NEXT Quiz: What's Your Yoga Personality? Understanding Lung Cancer Quiz: How Assertive Are You? Quiz: What Are Your Stress Symptoms? Could You Have BPD? Quiz: Are You an 'Adrenaline Junkie?' What Kind of Parent Are You? Understanding Asthma AN ABOUT.COM BRAND You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Exercise newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2016 Verywell.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.