‘A healthy and regular regime gives you a strong …

‘A healthy and regular regime gives you a strong body” – Delna Pooniwala.

There are people who follow a seasonal workout routine and there are some who follow it as a daily routine.

Research shows that doing aerobic, muscle-strengthening and bone-strengthening physical activity of at least a moderately-intense level makes your physical appearance strong.

Often people feel that strength is the same as toughness. However, people who may be strong and can lift weights may not be tough & people who are tough and can adapt to situations and circumstances, may not be strong. Hence, a combination of an aerobic activity, muscular strengthening load bearing weight training as well as functional training is required to achieve an overall fitness level.
Muscle-strengthening activities can help you increase or maintain your muscle mass and strength.

A person tends to gain weight when the calories burnt, including those burned during physical activity, are less than the calories he eats or drinks. An aerobic activity helps you burn calories and create a weight loss as while increasing your stamina. It also lowers your fat percentage to give your body a more chiseled look.

So when you follow a regular routine, your body looks strong and has the right definitions too.

Tomorrow’s Preview: Learn about the medical benefits of regular activity.