Hi fitness family! I’ve been getting so many questions about strength training so I figured I’d dedicate a blog post to answer some common strength training questions!
- Is building muscle safe?
- Yes! As long as you’re lifting weights and exercising with the correct form, it’s completely safe. There are many benefits to strength training and/or building muscle: improve insulin sensitivity, increase strength, maintain or increase bone density, manage weight, reduce muscle loss, improve balance and posture, prevent injuries, and improve cardiovascular health.
- How often should I strength train?
- I recommend strength training at least twice a week. It doesn’t have to be long – even 20 – 30 minutes is beneficial. You can use bands, dumbbells, barbells, kettlebells, machines, or even bodyweight! Consistency is the name of the game.
- How should I split up my workouts?
- This really depends on how often you work out every week. If you work out 2-3 times a week, then I’d recommend doing full body. If you work out 4-6 times a week, then I’d recommend splitting the workouts into push/pull or upper body and lower body.
- I’ve been training but stopped seeing results. What should I do?
- This happens quite often actually! It means your body has adapted to your training routine so it’s time to change things up. You can change the exercises, weights, sets, reps, or the timing. Training plateaus are normal. If you’ve hit a plateau, assess your routine and see what changes you can make!
I hope this post answered your questions about strength training! If you have additional questions or want to take your fitness game to the next level, contact me here!
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