The Health Benefits Of Resistance Training

Pain Management

Resistance training has a very important place in pain management, which is why many chronic pain patients are asked to go to physical therapy or try exercising at home. It can seem impossible to do at first, and it's important not to push yourself. In fact, some individuals may have exercise intolerance, and they should always consult their doctors before beginning a new exercise regimen. But by strengthening your muscles, your body doesn't need to exert as much energy and effort to do tasks, which makes it easier to walk, stand, pick up objects, stretch, and just move in general. This can be especially true for those whose chronic pain is related to muscle tension or fatigue. The weaker the muscles are, the harder it is for them to respond to the body's needs. Another note is that muscle tone decreases with age except for those who actively prevent this with strength training. Decreasing muscle tone can be a significant contributor to increasing pain.