{"id":331,"date":"2022-01-26T10:54:07","date_gmt":"2022-01-26T15:54:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ironmaster.com\/iron-blog\/?p=331"},"modified":"2026-01-23T13:32:36","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T18:32:36","slug":"start_strength_training","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ironmaster.com\/blog\/2022\/01\/26\/start_strength_training\/","title":{"rendered":"Why You Need to Start Strength Training Now"},"content":{"rendered":"
\"Strength<\/a><\/figure>\n

Are you unsatisfied with yourself and looking to make a change? See how strength training could be the solution to your problems.<\/h2>\n

You\u2019re rushing around getting ready for work when you catch a glimpse of your body in the mirror. You wish you hadn\u2019t, because you are not happy\u00a0AT ALL\u00a0<\/strong>with what you see.<\/p>\n

\u201cMaybe it\u2019s just the angle,\u201d you think to yourself. So you start turning and posing in each and every direction\u2014you tighten up your stomach (hoping somehow this will give you abs), flex your arms, and perk up your glutes.<\/p>\n

But you just can\u2019t deny the fact that your body needs some work and it\u2019s a real blow to your self-esteem. You start feeling crummy for letting yourself get to this point and realize it\u2019s time to make a change.<\/p>\n

You want a makeover from the inside out\u2014one where you achieve the body you want and create a happier, more confident version of yourself.<\/strong><\/p>\n

So let me ask you something:<\/p>\n

Have you given strength training a try?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Now, I know what you\u2019re probably thinking\u2014that strength training is reserved for hardcore bodybuilders or fitness competitors who look like they could crush a watermelon with their quads or are so shredded you could grate cheese off their abs.<\/p>\n

But that couldn\u2019t be further from the truth.<\/p>\n

Because the truth is:<\/p>\n

Strength training is reserved for people like you who want to make a life change, build a physique they can be proud of, and feel more confident about themselves.<\/strong><\/p>\n

In this post, you\u2019ll learn about what\u2019s REALLY in it for you to pick up strength training, we\u2019ll go over some tips for getting started, and I\u2019ll give you a beginner’s full-body workout you can use to kickstart your strength training journey.<\/p>\n

Sound good?<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s dive into it!<\/p>\n

Build Muscle, Burn Fat, Look Good in a Swimsuit<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Sure, the latest\u00a0super deluxe cardio program filled with kickbacks on the StairMaster might leave you drenched and standing in a pool of your own sweat.<\/p>\n

But the thing is:<\/p>\n

That fit, athletic-looking physique you want? The one where you\u2019re toned, have muscle, and actually look like you workout\u2014you need strength training to create a body like that.<\/strong><\/p>\n

You need\u00a0leg exercises<\/a>\u00a0like squats or deadlifts.\u00a0Chest exercises<\/a>\u00a0like bench press or dumbbell incline. Even\u00a0calisthenics<\/a>\u00a0like push-ups or sit-ups will work, especially if you\u2019re a beginner.<\/p>\n

But in order to transform your body into a fat-burning furnace, you need muscle. Because\u00a0the more muscle you have, the more fat you can burn<\/strong>\u00a0and the more toned you\u2019ll be.<\/p>\n

And just a word to the wise:<\/p>\n

Strength training alone won\u2019t get you chiseled like those Greek god or goddess statues carved from marble. A car can\u2019t go anywhere without gas, and you\u2019ll need a solid\u00a0nutrition plan<\/a>\u00a0that fuels your body with the right types of foods.<\/p>\n

Gain the Type of Confidence You\u2019ve Always Wanted for Yourself<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Mark Twain once said:<\/p>\n

\u201cA man cannot be comfortable without his own approval.\u201d<\/p>\n

Now, let that sink in and reflect for just a second on how you feel about yourself.<\/p>\n

Are you a shy or timid person? Do you have low self-esteem and wish you had more confidence?<\/p>\n

Even if you don\u2019t show it right now, you have an inner confidence buried inside you. Yours might be buried deep\u2014underneath a bunch of negative thoughts and self-doubt\u2014 but trust me, it\u2019s there. And strength training could be your key to unlocking it.<\/strong><\/p>\n

I\u2019m not saying that just to say it either. There\u2019s actual science behind this. In fact, numerous studies have shown that strength training can actually help improve your body image and how you feel about yourself.<\/p>\n

One\u00a0study<\/a>\u00a0in particular compared the psychological benefits of strength training vs. cardio. The study found that people in the strength training group had a significantly greater boost to their self-esteem (Sorry cardio!).<\/p>\n

So where does the confidence come from?<\/p>\n

The confidence comes from sticking to a routine even when it gets hard and pushing through those tough workouts you didn\u2019t think you could (especially on\u00a0squat day<\/a>).<\/p>\n

It comes from getting stronger, crushing your goals, and seeing the progress you make over time.<\/p>\n

I think you\u2019ll find that the discipline, mental toughness, and inner resolve that comes from committing to a routine and sticking to it no matter what carries over into other parts of your life.<\/p>\n

Think of strength training as your metamorphosis\u00a0from a shy, timid little garden gnome\u00a0into that chiseled marble statue\u00a0that\u00a0says to the world \u201cI\u2019m here and I\u2019m a force to be reckoned with.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

This might sound clich\u00e9 but, YOLO.<\/p>\n

Strength Training Makes You Healthy on the Inside Too<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Ultimately, strength training is an investment in your health. And I can\u2019t think of any bigger investment than that. Can you?<\/p>\n

So how does it impact your health? What are some of the benefits?<\/p>\n

The health benefits of strength training are literally endless but here are a few of the heavy-hitters:<\/p>\n

Improves Heart Health<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Strength training isn\u2019t just about building muscles\u2014it can make your heart stronger too, as well as lower your blood pressure and cholesterol. One\u00a0study<\/a>\u00a0found that strength training for less than one hour per week can decrease your risk of developing cardiovascular disease (like a heart attack or stroke) by between 40 and 70 percent.<\/p>\n

Boosts Your Mood & Gives You More Energy<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Strength training helps your body release endorphins (codenamed \u201chappy chemicals\u201d) that can boost your mood and give you more energy. There\u2019s a ton of\u00a0research<\/a>\u00a0out there that shows regular exercise can help with depression.<\/p>\n

Increased Range of Motion, Flexibility, and Stronger Bones<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Strength training can help increase your range of motion, flexibility, and even help strengthen your bones. The key to increasing your range of motion is to\u00a0NOT<\/strong>\u00a0be an ego lifter*.<\/p>\n

Focus on\u00a0muscular tension<\/a>\u00a0and make sure you\u2019re getting the full range of motion with each exercise.<\/p>\n

* Ego lifter:<\/strong>\u00a0Someone who sacrifices form just to use a lot of weight.<\/em><\/p>\n

How to Get Started With Strength Training<\/strong><\/h2>\n

All the info out there can be a little overwhelming and intimidating, especially if you\u2019re just starting out. But the most important step you can take is the first one.<\/p>\n

Here are some tips to help you get started on your strength training journey:<\/p>\n