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Top 5 Reasons why you need to include weights exercises in your workouts.

While you may prefer cardiovascular exercises such as walking, running, swimming or cycling, you may want to consider weight training as a supplement to your fitness program. Training with weights brings significant health benefits and helps to build muscle mass, which will make it easier for you to perform everyday tasks.
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Exercises with weights for back pain.

If you suffer from back pain, there is good news from a recent study on exercise and its positive effects on pain. The study was small, but the results are promising. It was attended by 27 people suffering from back pain, during which the effects of aerobic training and weight training were studied. The researchers reported that those who participated in the weight training group and lifted weights improved back function by 60%. Those who were assigned to an aerobic exercise group and who regularly engaged in activities such as walking or running improved by only 12%.
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