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Will Weight Training help me lose weight?

SamanthaC1
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I have been doing cardio for two years 3 or 4 times a week and i generally stay under my calorie goal.. I never do any weight training tho. Will adding weight training help me to kick these last 15 lbs?
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Check out this article from Livestrong:
http://www.livestrong.com/article/117453-cardio-vs-strength-training-weight-loss/
BTW, R.I.P.P.E.D is a good step into transition from only cardio to incorporating weight training! It is plateau proof and will work you HARD!!!0 -
YES!!!!
the more lea muscle mass you have the more calories you burn at rest essentially - so get lifting0 -
bump for the link0
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Well, eating a caloric deficit will help you lose weight, weight training will ensure you look amazing while doing it.
Lift now, lift heavy!0 -
Well, eating a caloric deficit will help you lose weight, weight training will ensure you look amazing while doing it.
Lift now, lift heavy!
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