University Recreation
PO Box 4398
Clarksville, TN 37044
Phone: (931) 221-7564
peayrec@apsu.edu
Main Office Hours:
Foy Center, room 112
Monday thru Friday
8 am to 6 pm
Intro 2: Strength Strength
and resistance training are exercise methods that challenge the
musculoskeletal and neuromuscular systems to work beyond your
normal exertion. Gradual progression in the level of difficulty
yields health and performance benefits over time. A variety of
tools may be used to create a workout including body weight,
resistance bands, dumbbells and machines.
Benefits of
Strength& Resistance Training
decreases
fatigue in daily activities
reduces body fat
improves heart
disease risk factors
better stress
management
decreased risk
of osteoporosis
modest
improvement in cardio-respiratory fitness
Training Recommendations
Frequency
2-3 days
Intensity
8-12 repetitions per set
Time
1-2 sets of each exercise
Type
full body circuit of 8-10 exercises
for all major muscle groups
