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Weight training is an exercise which is designed to strengthen specific muscles by causing them to overcome a fixed resistance, usually in the form of Barbells or dumb-bells.

It refers to the exercise phase of the activity, where weight in the form of bar-bells are used to condition and alter the sizes of various segments of the body.

Advantages of Weight Training

1. Improves Posture and range of motion
2. Maintain Healthy Weight
3. Develop confidence and self-esteem
4. Improve immune system functions
5. improve Psycho-socio well being
6. Promote and develops exercise habits
7. Increases muscles strength, bone density and endurance
8. Protection against injury
9. improve motor performance
10. Promote healthy Blood pressure and Cholesterol levels

Disadvantages of Weight Training

1. Introduce Injury
2. Maturity
3. Loss of Flexibility