Resistance training that involves acting against an external force, including dumbbells, bands, and body weight to cause muscle contraction, not only builds strength – it also promotes anaerobic endurance. It also boosts metabolism and reduces harmful fat in the body, and helps people reach their ideal weight.
A new study conducted at the epidemiology and preventive medicine department at the School of Public Health, Gray Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, and the Sylvan Adams Sports Science Institute at Tel Aviv University (TAU) reveals that key anaerobic exercises reduce excess adipose fat in the body. It was led by Prof. Yftach Gepner, together with Yair Lahav and Roi Yavetz, who recommended training major muscle groups at least twice a week.
They published their findings in the journal Frontiers in…