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Myth #1 dangerous and may cause injuries

Weight training is a safe and effective way for women to enhance strength and improve their body fitness. It is suggested to train under proper guidance, if you are new to weight training.

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Myth #2 turn fat into muscles

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Fats are tissues that are found above the muscles tissue and beneath the skin. You can burn more fat and gain muscles only if your are in a calorie deficiet diet with moderate to high protein & fats and low carbohydrates.

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Myth #3 makes women inflexible

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Inflexibility is caused only if the muscles are not stretched over time. It is necessary to perform proper warm-ups prior workouts and also post-workout stretching. Flexibility improves joints mobility and muscles eleasticity.

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Myth #4 affects fertility and pregnancy

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It is generally adviced to workout under supervision during pregnancy. Exercising during pregnancy improves strength and stamina. Also it makes your body ready to survive the complications phases during delivery of baby.

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Myth #5 makes you less feminine

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Women can achieve fit, strong and healthy physique through weight training. It is nearly impossible for a women to lose her feminity, unless there are some substances involved, which can alter the women's natural hormones.

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Myth #6 hurts your breasts

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When done with proper form and technique, weight training does not harm the breast tissues. It is adviced to wear sports bra, it may provide additional support and comfort during workouts.

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Myth #7 need only cardio for weight loss

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For achieving a fit body, it is necessary to customize strength training, diet and cardio from an individual need. Fat loss is a very complex process and must be done under supervisoin of personal trainer and dietician.

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Myth #8 more reps for body toning

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Doing more and more repetitions will only burn out the muscles without any positive results. Strength training is very important for building body strength and stability. Shorter strength training also helps to tone up the body.