🏋️♀️ Strength Training 101: Boost Your Fitness with Resistance Exercises 💪
- Christy Pierce
- Sep 6
- 2 min read
Whether you're brand new to fitness or have been training for years, one thing remains true: strength training is essential. Not just for athletes, not just for bodybuilders — but for everyone. At CrossFit Salty North, we believe that building strength through resistance training is one of the most powerful tools to support your health, longevity, and everyday life.
🏋️ What is Strength Training?
Strength training — also called resistance training — is any exercise where your muscles work against a force. That force might be a barbell, dumbbell, resistance band, or even your own body weight. The goal? To build muscle mass, improve bone density, support joint health, and increase your overall ability to perform daily tasks with ease.
💥 Why It Matters (for ALL Ages)
Here’s why we focus so heavily on strength at CFSN:
Increases muscle mass & metabolismMore muscle means your body burns more calories at rest, making it easier to maintain a healthy weight.
Improves bone densityResistance training is one of the most effective ways to reduce the risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures as we age.
Reduces risk of injuryStronger muscles support your joints and make you more resilient to the wear and tear of life — or the occasional fall on icy Alaska sidewalks!
Supports longevity & independenceWhether it's lifting groceries, hiking rugged trails, or playing with grandkids — strength helps you live more fully.
🔁 Functional Strength: More Than Just Lifting Weights
At CFSN, we don’t just train muscles — we train movement. That means:
✅ Squatting to pick something up✅ Pressing overhead like you're storing gear✅ Pulling yourself up, like climbing or hiking✅ Core stability for balance and control
These movements mimic real life and help you build strength that serves you outside the gym.
🤝 Strength Training at CFSN: Where Everyone Starts Somewhere
Never lifted a barbell? No problem. Every workout at CrossFit Salty North is coached and scalable. That means we adjust movements to match your ability — whether you’re 18 or 80, recovering from injury, or just getting started.
Our focus is on progress, not perfection. We celebrate every PR (personal record), but we also celebrate showing up, lifting safely, and getting stronger over time.
💬 Final Word: You Don’t Need to “Get in Shape” Before You Start
There’s a myth that you need to be fit before joining a gym like ours. The truth? You just need to start. Strength is built one rep at a time — and we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Come see why strength training at CFSN isn’t just about looking strong — it’s about living strong.
Ready to get started?Drop in for a class, meet our coaches, and experience the difference of a supportive, knowledgeable, and inclusive fitness community. 💪
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