Debunking Strength Training Myths (Essay Sample)

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Debunking Strength Training Myths
One of the common strength training myths is spot reduction myth where people are made to believe they can reduce the fat around organs such as hips and thighs by specific exercises. It has been established that spot reduction exercises only create a calorie deficit that is unhealthy for the body (McGrath). However, it has been established that several factors among them genetics, hormones, and age greatly influence weight loss. As such, from a medical viewpoint, one should adopt a healthier diet to facilitate weight loss.
The other common myth is that women who engage in strength training will make women bulk up. However, from a medical viewpoint, it is known that women lack testosterone that is responsible for huge muscle building. Additionally, some women believe that by lifting the heavy weights used by men they will enhance their physical strength (Cordeiro). However, research has established that such practices tend to overburden their body that is naturally weak. As such women should lift the light weights just for them for purposes of general body fitness rather than strength gain.
Another common myth believed by many people is that for one to effectively burn fat and lose weight, only cardio exercise is necessary. Specifically, it has been established that undertaking high reps with light weight will not help to make the muscles more defined. Therefor...