Strength training is often misunderstood. Many people think it is only for young athletes or bodybuilders, but that belief could not be further from the truth. Strength training is one of the most beneficial forms of exercise for people of all ages. From children to older adults, building and maintaining muscle improves health, function and quality of life. When done correctly, strength training is safe, adaptable and effective at every stage of life.
Strength training simply means using resistance to make muscles work harder than they normally would. This resistance can come from weights, resistance bands, machines, bodyweight exercises or even everyday objects. The goal is not always to lift heavy weights. Instead, it is to challenge muscles enough to stimulate growth, strength and endurance.
By Edward Griffin MBA, MS, MLS(ASCP)SBB, CLS, CQA(ASQ), PMP, Contributing Writer
February 2026
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