Follow Cristiano Ronaldo's Lead And Try Weightlifting To Get Its Many Health Benefits

Legendary footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has a huge fan following, which is true for the YouTube record he set by amassing a million subscribers in the fastest time ever. Apart from being active on the field, the footballer is quite active on his social media and in the gym too. The celebrity recently shared a picture of him working out in the gym. As seen in the photo he shared, Cristiano was seen lifting a weighted plate. While weightlifting is seen as an exercise for physical appeal, it can actually be an intense workout that is beneficial to strengthen, tone and define the entire body.

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Benefits of weightlifting for entire body 

If you also wish to achieve a healthy body like him, now is the right time to start. Below, we have listed all the benefits of weightlifting for the entire body.

1. Increases muscle strength 

Weightlifting can help increase muscle size and strength. It also increases power and can help one perform better in physical activity over time. It is also said that strength training can lead to more significant muscle growth when followed with a proper diet.

2. Improve Cardiovascular health  

Weightlifting can also help improve cardiovascular function by strengthening the heart and lungs. Regular weightlifting allows a person can do more physical activity for longer periods of time without getting tired.  

3. Reduces body fat 

Another benefit of weight training is the reduction of body fat. Exercise, when combined with a balanced diet and proper weight training, helps the body burn calories that further reduces body fat.

4. Support physical and mental well-being 

Weight training can help improve mental health by reducing stress. Strength training can work as a powerful form of self-care and the mind-body connection used in the training can improve one's mood and self-confidence. 

5. Improves sleep quality 

Last but not least, weight training can help improve sleep quality which is essential for functioning. Regular training can also help the body adjust to a regular sleeping pattern.  

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