Introduction to Strength Training

Strength training refers to resistance based training where a form of resistance is added to a movement to obtain a specific outcome. The purpose of strength training is to increase work capacity in one or more of the biomotor abilities but may also include changes in body composition of either muscle size or fat loss.

The resistance used in strength training can come in many forms including:

  1. Bodyweight
  2. Free Weights
  3. Pulley Based Systems
  4. Machines
  5. Bands & Chains (Accommodating Resistance)
  6. Other