This STRICTLY STRENGTH WORKOUT PROGRAM is full of variety, easy to follow and will take your body to the next level of fitness. There are numerous benefits to strength training .

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Two or three 20- or 30-minute strength training sessions every week can result in significant health benefits:
 

1. Increased muscle mass: Muscle mass naturally decreases with age, but strength training can help reverse the trend.

2. Stronger bones: Strength training increases bone density and reduces the risk of fractures.

3. Joint flexibility: Strength training helps joints stay flexible and can reduce the symptoms of arthritis.

4. Weight control: As you gain muscle, your body begins to burn calories more easily, making it easier to control your weight.

5. Balance: Strengthening exercises can increase flexibility and balance as people age, reducing falls and injuries
    

This Workout Calendar will be used in conjunction with cardio workouts. If you do not like the cardio workouts in this calendar simply switch it out for a cardio format you do like. Be sure to do 30 minutes of steady state cardio on days you do not strength train.