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Strength Training

Strength training, also known as resistance training or weight training, is a form of exercise that involves using resistance to build muscle, improve endurance, and enhance overall health and fitness. The main goal of strength training is to stimulate muscle growth through the use of weights, machines, or bodyweigh…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 9 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 27× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2641-4538 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Strength training, also known as resistance training or weight training, is a form of exercise that involves using resistance to build muscle, improve endurance, and enhance overall health and fitness. The main goal of strength training is to stimulate muscle growth through the use of weights, machines, or bodyweight exercises. It can be implemented in various forms such as lifting weights, performing resistance exercises with bodyweight, or using resistance bands. Strength training is a critical component of a complete fitness program, and it is an effective way to build and maintain strong, healthy muscles. The benefits of strength training include improving bone density, reducing the risk of obesity, diabetes, and other chronic illnesses, increasing flexibility, and boosting metabolism. There are a variety of exercises for strength training, each targeting different muscle groups. Some popular exercises include bench press, squats, deadlifts, lunges, and pull-ups. One can also make use of resistance bands, kettlebells, or dumbbells for resistance training. Strength training is safe when done correctly and has numerous benefits for everyone, from beginners to elite athletes. Those new to strength training should start with light weights and work up to heavier weights as their strength increases. It is essential to use proper form to prevent injury and work with a personal trainer or experienced gym-goer to get started. In conclusion, strength training is an essential mode of exercise that supports overall health and fitness. It helps build and maintain strong, healthy muscles that can increase overall metabolic function and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

Research published in this journal

9 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 9 articles above have been cited 27 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

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Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Public Health International (ISSN 2641-4538).

Journal editorial board
Javad Javan-Noughabi · United Kingdom Evelyn O Talbott · United States Zainab Taha · United Arab Emirates

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