Ah, weight training. We all know we should be doing it, but how often are you really lifting weights or squatting with a resistance band? According to new ClassPass stats, 60% of the app's users now include strength training in their routines, making it the most popular workout of 2023. That said, it's key to know where to look for the best strength training workouts (some shared by influencers online can be, ahem, questionable).
Ever wondered, what is strength training? Also known as weight or resistance training, it describes a workout that makes your muscles contract as a result of outside resistance, which can come in the form of bodyweight, resistance bands, or weights. Whether you're keen to opt for strength training at home or in-gym weightlifting, strength training is a core tenant of any fitness routine - so much so, that the NHS actually recommends strength training for a minimum of two sessions a week.
