Fitness

Hint: Its what people mean when they say leg day.

But should you go fortraditional strength training or functional?

Well, it really depends what youre looking for.

A woman lifts weights, an example of traditional strength training. What is the difference between f…

For many folks, theirstrength training routinewill incorporate both traditional and functional moves.

It includes using weight machines, free weights, and evenexercise bandsto isolate one muscle at a time.

Traditional strength training is also good for athletes and those who are working towards a goal, she says.

Traditional strength training focuses on one muscle group at a time.

For example, runners can benefit from incorporatingglute training into their routine.

Lets use the groceries as an example.

As the name suggests, functional strength training focuses on executing everyday functions with more ease.

Functional training prepares your body for everyday movements.

But functional training may better translate to everyday life.

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