Women, don’t be afraid to use weights in the gym

It’s a fact that increasing and maintaining adequate muscle mass is one of the best ways to keep body fat at bay and to improve overall fitness, particularly as we age. We also know that weight lifting is the best way to build muscle mass. Still, the number of women who actually participate in any formal or consistent weight training workout is still extremely low. Most women who exercise spend most of their gym time on cardiovascular exercise. Whatever your reasons for avoiding the weights, if you are a woman, here are a few reasons why you need to take strength training seriously.