Weight training
Weight Training
Weight training (/weɪt ˈtreɪnɪŋ/) is a common type of strength training for developing the strength and size of skeletal muscles. It utilizes the force of gravity in the form of weighted bars, dumbbells or weight stacks in order to oppose the force generated by muscle through concentric or eccentric contraction.
Etymology
The term "weight training" is derived from the practice of lifting heavy weights, which are often simply referred to as "weights". The word "training" refers to the process of teaching or learning a particular skill or type of behavior.
Related Terms
- Strength training: A type of physical exercise specializing in the use of resistance to induce muscular contraction which builds the strength, anaerobic endurance, and size of skeletal muscles.
- Resistance training: A form of exercise that improves muscular strength and endurance.
- Bodybuilding: The use of progressive resistance exercise to control and develop one's musculature for aesthetic purposes.
- Powerlifting: A strength sport that consists of three attempts at maximal weight on three lifts: squat, bench press, and deadlift.
- Olympic weightlifting: An athletic discipline in the modern Olympic programme in which the athlete attempts a maximum-weight single lift of a barbell loaded with weight plates.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Weight training
- Wikipedia's article - Weight training
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