What I’m adding [by slow weight lifting] is more muscle, which requires more oxygenated blood. It’s the muscles that create the demand to improve, and running doesn’t put that kind of demand on your system. Not only does muscle help you burn fat , it takes up 20% less space than fat.

*McDonald, K. (2001, February 20). ‘Super Slow’ the Way to Go?

The conditioning effect will result in firmer and better-defined muscles Increase Bone Density to Fight & Prevent Osteoporosis – Decreases or minimizes risk of osteoporosis by building bone mass.

*Walker, D. (n.d.). Benefits of strength training! The Principles of an Effective Program.

20 minutes of very slow weight training weekly is all the exercise you need to burn calories, build bone density, and stay fit.

*Sarnataro, B. (n.d.). Lift Slow to Get Fit Fast?

*Results may vary