There are a lot of women who think that weightlifting may make them muscular like bodybuilders. However, there is a need for a reality check. Anyone’s exercise routine is incomplete without strength training. It helps in strengthening and toning the body and makes a person look and feel younger not to mention keeps you injury-proof. There is research to show that women tend to feel better and more energetic by lifting weights. Apart from this, there are several other physical and mental benefits to this as well. Here is a lowdown on some of them by Juily Wagle, Fitness and Nutrition Expert, founder of MetaboliX.

Helps in burning more fat and calories

Women can easily burn more fat and calories in a shorter period by lifting weights. This is in comparison to a cardio workout. Strength training keeps the calorie burn rate higher long after the workout session is over whereas cardio sessions burn calories when being done. This is a great return for the same amount of time spent in the gym!